Salary: $50,000.00 - $61,150.17 Annually
Location : 18 - FORREST COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9792-0139-20240621FO
Department: 0139 - DRS-SPECIAL DISABILITY PROGRAM
Opening Date: 06/21/2024
Closing Date: 7/8/2024 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $50,000.00
Agency Maximum Salary: $61,150.17
About the Agency: The Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS) is a state agency dedicated to helping Mississippians with disabilities to live and work independently. MDRS serves through four major programs: Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind (VRB), Office of Special Disability Programs (OSDP), and Disability Determination Services (DDS). Services also include support through Assistive Technology, the Office of Business Development and much more. It is the mission of MDRS to provide appropriate and comprehensive services in a timely and effective manner. Programs and services assist individuals with disabilities to gain employment, retain employment, and to live independently. MDRS is always looking for qualified and passionate employees to help fulfill its mission. To inquire about this position, please email careers@mdrs.ms.gov.
About the Position: This position is with the Office of Special Disabilities Programs (OSDP) and functions as a District Manager . The District Manager manages, trains, and supervises each case manager in the assigned district, as well as the District Manager Assistant and (if applicable) the Deputy District Manager. Ensures all staff has access to & proper knowledge of all training material. The candidate should possess strong multi-tasking abilities, with demonstrated experience in project management and coordinating multiple staff or resources and timelines in completing a project on schedule and to standard.
What you'll need to be Successful: Looking for individuals who can multi-task, are very detailed oriented, analytical, and able to solve problems. A thorough knowledge of an OSDP district's operations and the OSDP policies and procedures which are related to the functional areas of casework are required. Good oral and written communications skills, and proficient computer skills are a must. Must be able to communicate relevant information on a timely basis with accuracy and completeness. Is a problem solver who works to find solutions to unexpected problems that arise using the resources available. Ability to effectively hire, train, supervise and evaluate staff. Skills in compilation and interpretation of data. Demonstrated ability to develop and manage federal and state budgets.
Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience. Hiring Agency Prefers: A Master's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Rehabilitation Counseling or a related field, plus seven (7) years in the special experience defined below, five (5) years of which must have included line or functional administrative or advanced technical supervision; OR a Bachelor's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university; and five (5) years in the special experience defined below, OR, an accredited four-year college or university, plus seven (7) years of experience working with individuals with disabilities.Minimum of five (5) years of experience providing home and community-based services to individuals who are at risk of nursing home placement, preferably within the Office of Special Disability Programs (OSDP).
Characteristics of Work

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Minimum Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience.
Health/Prescription Insurance Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed from an accredited four-year college or university?

• None
• GED / High School Diploma/High School Equivalency
• 30 semester hours
• Associate's Degree / 60 semester hours
• 90 semester hours
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Specialist's Degree
• Doctorate's Degree

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How many years of experience do you have?

• None
• 1 year of experience
• 2 years of experience
• 3 years of experience
• 4 years of experience
• 5 years of experience
• 6 years of experience
• 7 years of experience
• 8 years of experience
• 9 years of experience
• 10 years of experience
• More than 10 years

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