Support Care Professional
Salary
$21,939.58 - $26,369.81 Annually
Location
24 - HARRISON COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9194-0373-20260604Hn
Department
0373 - MH-ELLISVILLE STATE SCHOOL
Opening Date
06/05/2026
Closing Date
6/11/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$21,939.58
Agency Maximum Salary
$26,369.81
About the Agency
South Mississippi Regional Center is a program of the Mississippi Department of Mental Health providing care and support for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. We are currently seeking individuals who are energetic and compassionate team players and motivators for direct support positions at all of our locations. Each position at South Mississippi Regional Center is an important and impactful role that provides our individuals with the appropriate level of care to meet their social, emotional, physical, and personal needs. (5294-81583)
About the Position
This is semi-skilled level work in the care and supervision of clients at a state mental health facility. Employees assist residents in all areas of physical care and assume total responsibility for the hygiene of clients who are unable to independently perform such tasks. Other duties include general housekeeping assignments, participating in social and recreational activities for the residents, and writing nontechnical reports on consumer behavior and activity. General supervision is received from a Support Care Professional Team Lead, shift leader, or nursing supervisor; supervisory responsibilities are not assigned to positions allocated to this job class. Other duties may apply as assigned. WORK LOCATION: BILOXI COMMUNITY HOMES, 2050 Lawrence Ave., Biloxi MS 39531 GAUTIER COMMUNITY HOMES, 218 Graveline Rd., Gautier MS 39553 POPLARVILLE COMMUNITY HOMES, 1501 South Shivers St., Poplarville MS 39570 WIGGINS COMMUNITY HOMES, 509 Stapp St., Wiggins MS 39577 TITLE/PAY: Support Care Professional I, 0-1 Years Exp, $21,939.58 Annual Support Care Professional II, 1-2 Years Exp, $24,024.34 Annual Support Care Professional III, 2-3 Years Exp, $26,369.81 Annual Semi-monthly / per hour Overtime is available SCHEDULE/SHIFTS: 1st shift: 6:00 A.M. - 2:30 P.M. 2nd shift: 2:00 P.M. - 10:30 P.M. Plus 10% Shift Differential 3rd shift: 10:00 P.M. - 6:30 A.M. Plus 15% Shift Differential BENEFITS Free Health Insurance PERS Retirement Your contribution is 9%. SMRC matches 17.4%. Can retire after 30 years or vested (8yrs) and 60 18 paid personal leave days (12 hours monthly) 12 paid personal leave days (8 hours monthly) 10 paid legal holidays Semi monthly - Direct deposit ADDITIONAL: Life Insurance Cancer Policies Disability Dental Vision State Health Insurance Deferred Compensation South Mississippi Regional Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at our agency. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status to comply with EEOC regulations and promote inclusivity.
What youll need to be Successful
Ability to work as part of a team and willingness to adhere to agency core values of commitment, respect, responsibility, communication, cooperative effort, continuous learning.
Preferred Qualifications
High School Diploma or high school equivalency, and 0-1 years of experience in direct care. Please attach proof of education in the form of a transcript, diploma, or GED score sheet.
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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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How many years of experience do you have? (Refer to the job posting for an explanation of related experience.)
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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed?
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Are you able to work with people with disabilities?
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Have you attached proof of education in the form of a transcript, diploma, or GED score sheet?
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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