Program Specialist IV
Salary
$51,693.41 - $60,000.00 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9063-0371-20260604HDS
Department
0371 - MH-CENTRAL OFFICE
Opening Date
06/04/2026
Closing Date
6/19/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$51,693.41
Agency Maximum Salary
$60,000.00
About the Agency
The Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) certifies, provides, and/or financially supports a network of services for people with mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders. This position is in the Mississippi Department of Mental Healths Central Office, which provides the overall statewide administrative functions for the programs and services that fall under the oversight of the agency. To inquire about this position, you may email COHR@dmh.ms.gov.
About the Position
This position is with the MS Department of Mental Health's Bureau of Behavioral Health Services within the Division of Adult Services. The incumbent will serve as Program Specialist of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) and coordinator of certification. - This individual will be responsible for the following duties: • Provide oversight and monitoring for Individual Placement and Support (IPS) programs statewide. • Conduct IPS fidelity/certification reviews; review policies, records, and compliance plans; draft Reports of Findings. • Receive, validate, track, and report required program data; follow up on missing/inaccurate submissions. • Provide program guidance and technical assistance to providers on standards, documentation, and performance. • Monitor and enforce monthly/annual reporting requirements; document noncompliance and follow-up actions. • Ensure compliance with all applicable private, state, and federal grant requirements and reporting. • Review and process monthly cash requests; verify allowable costs and proper use of grant funds. • Review provider RFP submissions and funding proposals; provide feedback and recommendations. • Review new provider policies/procedures for alignment with DMH Operational Standards. • Coordination of certification visit-related tasks in the Division of Adult Services • Coordinate, review, and offer correction for written reports containing findings from certification reviews. • Coordinate the compilation of staff's written report of findings into a single report for submission to the Division of Certification following each certification visit. • Coordinate the Division of Adult Services responses to provider's Plans of Compliance. • Review and offer corrective action necessary to provider's applications for new services and programs to ensure they meet DMH Operational Standards or other official regulations. • Present findings from on-site certification reviews in group meetings, as needed. • Support DMH mission and represent Adult Services in internal/external meetings as needed. • Demonstrate reliability through punctual attendance, timely task completion, and prompt follow-up on all assigned tasks. • Perform other duties as assigned. (This is a Non-State, TIME-LIMITED (14) position).
What youll need to be Successful
Knowledge of Mississippi's state mental health system and children and youth community-based mental health services, grant management experience, and knowledge of the Microsoft suite of programs (Excel, Word, OneDrive, PPT, etc.); Strong written and verbal communication skills; Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines for assigned tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 4-7 years of experience. - Agency Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree and 4-7 years of experience in a mental health-related field. Preference will be given to those with: • Excellent working knowledge of the DMH Operational Standards and other official regulations pertaining to provider certification • Working knowledge of the DMH certification review process • Working knowledge of DMH's certified provider network • Experience in at least one agency programmatic area (i.e., mental health, substance use, and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities) • Experience with on-site agency reviews
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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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Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406