Program Specialist Team Leader
Salary
$56,345.82 - $96,140.06 Annually
Location
34 - JONES COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9064-0373-20260622J
Department
0373 - MH-ELLISVILLE STATE SCHOOL
Opening Date
06/22/2026
Closing Date
7/2/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$56,345.82
Agency Maximum Salary
$96,140.06
About the Agency
Ellisville State School is a state operated regional program providing comprehensive services to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to enrich the lives of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities by providing a foundation of independence and empowerment to reach for their tomorrow and make a difference in the world today. Agency contact information Human Resources at (601) 477-5625.
About the Position
This position serves as the Director of Diagnostic Services with responsibility for supervision and oversight of the D&E team and workflow. Provides overall direction of the Diagnostic Services Department which includes planning, directing, and coordinating activities; interpreting and implementing standards; and ensuring adherence to ICF/IID and DMH operational standards and regulations. This position is responsible for a heavy caseload of referrals needing review in a timely manner for ID/DD Waiver services, IDD CSP services, and other services that require an evaluation to determine eligibility. Administers and interprets both formal and informal diagnostic evaluations, i.e. intelligence, adaptive, educational and others, on an individual basis. Reviews medical records, educational records, psychiatric/mental health records, and other records as appropriate. Interviews persons and determines the type of psychometric measures to be performed to fill the particular needs of the person. Prepares reports on test results for presentation at conference with other professional personnel concerning diagnosis, evaluation, prognosis and training, and contributes professional opinion based on findings. Provides technical guidance and review to all aspects of interdisciplinary diagnostic evaluation process. When needed, administers, scores, and interprets psychometric instruments accurately and proficiently utilizing standardized procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and offers appropriate diagnoses. Reviews interdisciplinary evaluation reports for accuracy and consistency, ensuring eligibility criteria is applied. Keeps abreast of new methods and psychometric materials and suggests appropriate materials. Supervises Admissions Social Worker and Transition Coordinator. Review evaluations and file records; review and edit psychological and social evaluations in LTSs; submit DD Form and LOC to PhD and submit final review of file in LTSS; Maintain evaluation time frame spreadsheet as events happen; enter Core Data info sheets in system as they are submitted and also maintain until month is completed; maintain a spreadsheet of admissions/discharges to services; collect required documents, type admission packet, submit all required documents to Reimbursement; collect files requesting placement and TAM's requesting a change; compile agenda and schedule meeting with Director; produce monthly and quarterly report to appropriate DMH and ESS personnel; compile yearly Medicated Cost Report information. Performs related and similar duties as required or assigned.
What youll need to be Successful
Efficient organizational and time management skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Positive work morale. Ability to be flexible in thinking and problem solving. Realistic expectations about the difficulty and challenges of the work. Ability to handle an often-unpredictable work environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of experience. Agency Preferred Qualifications: Two years experience administering/scoring/interpreting individual intelligence test. Successful completion of Master's level courses related to psychological testing/assessment and the Wechsler Intelligence Tests. Employment must have been in an administrative/professional capacity in an area of work related to the functional responsibility of the bureau in which the position exists. In those bureaus where registered specialists provide the primary source of functional and technical knowledge for planning and accomplishing the mission of the bureau, the incumbent may also be required to be registered and experienced in that profession. Work experience must have included supervising and coordinating a variety of functions.
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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