Rehabilitation Associate I
Salary
$29,374.74 - $30,360.47 Annually
Location
04 - ATTALA COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9804-0331-20260611ATT1
Department
0331 - DRS-OFFICE OF VOC REHABILITATION
Opening Date
06/15/2026
Closing Date
6/26/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$29,374.74
Agency Maximum Salary
$30,360.47
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 Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS), Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), and is located in Attala County. The official MSPB classification title is Rehabilitation Associate I. The incumbent will perform paraprofessional casework and support service duties to assist Rehabilitation Specialists as they provide vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities who are interested in obtaining employment or retaining current employment. Duties include assisting with case management support functions, maintaining confidential case files, collecting and verifying consumer information, preparing correspondence, scheduling appointments, assisting with referrals and evaluations, supporting consumer purchasing processes, and entering and verifying information in the electronic case management system. The position requires strong communication, organization, confidentiality, computer proficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to manage priorities while supporting timely services for individuals served through the vocational rehabilitation program.
What youll need to be Successful
To be successful in this position, the applicant should have a basic understanding of Microsoft Office, experience with case management support functions, and the ability to work as part of a team while meeting deadlines. The successful candidate should be able to maintain confidentiality, manage priorities within time constraints, analyze and interpret financial data, establish and maintain effective working relationships, and plan, organize, prioritize, and coordinate work independently. The successful candidate should also be able to interpret and follow complex policies and procedures, communicate effectively, maintain accurate records, and support timely services for individuals served through the vocational rehabilitation program.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 0-2 years of related experience. Hiring agency's preferred qualifications: The hiring agency prefers applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one (1) year of full-time clerical work experience in social services, medical services, mental health, training, education, customer service, or a closely related area. Preference may also be given to applicants with experience in case file maintenance, electronic case management systems, appointment scheduling, consumer or client services, correspondence preparation, fiscal or purchasing support, data entry, report preparation, or administrative support in a service-based program.
Characteristics of Work
This is first-level paraprofessional rehabilitation support work involving casework assistance, consumer service support, records maintenance, case documentation, fiscal support, and coordination of services for individuals receiving vocational rehabilitation services.
The incumbent assists professional rehabilitation staff by collecting consumer information, preparing and maintaining case records, scheduling services, coordinating referrals, documenting communication, preparing reports and correspondence, and supporting case activity through the agency's electronic case management system.
Examples of Work
Examples of work include creating, maintaining, and reviewing technical case management forms and files for accuracy; collecting consumer information during the intake process; maintaining business relationships with service providers, businesses, consumers, and staff; preparing and reviewing consumer reports on monitored services; assisting with service delivery tasks; using the electronic case management system and agency-supported software programs; collecting, coordinating, and verifying case data; following vocational rehabilitation fiscal policies, procedures, fee schedules, and business practices; initiating, tracking, and monitoring consumer purchasing processes; preparing financial and statistical records and reports; preparing referral forms for evaluations; filing consumer information and agency documents; transcribing correspondence under the direction of the Rehabilitation Specialist; scheduling consumer appointments; authorizing necessary medical diagnostic examinations; preparing Rehabilitation Specialist itineraries for review and signature; documenting communication with service providers and consumers; compiling data for reports; entering and verifying coding and consumer data; preparing correspondence to consumers, families, vendors, and other agencies; and performing related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Typically requires High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 0-2 years of related experience.
Essential Functions
Essential functions include providing paraprofessional casework and support services; assisting Rehabilitation Specialists with consumer service delivery; creating, maintaining, and reviewing case management forms and files; collecting, entering, and verifying consumer and case data; maintaining confidential case files and records; preparing reports, correspondence, referral forms, itineraries, and case documentation; scheduling appointments and medical diagnostic examinations; documenting communication with consumers, service providers, vendors, families, and other agencies; assisting with consumer purchasing processes in accordance with applicable fiscal policies and procedures; using the electronic case management system and agency-supported software; maintaining effective working relationships; protecting confidentiality; and performing related rehabilitation support duties as assigned.
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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Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406