Rehabilitation Associate I

  • MDCPS
  • Scott, Mississippi
  • Full Time
Rehabilitation Associate I

Salary

$29,374.74 - $30,360.47 Annually

Location

62 - SCOTT COUNTY, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

9804-0...SCO

Department

0139 - DRS-SPECIAL DISABILITY PROGRAM

Opening Date

07/10/2025

Closing Date

7/18/2025 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 ....

About the Position

This position is with the Office of Special Disability Programs. The Rehabilitation Associate I works under the supervision of the Social Services Program Coordinator to assist with the provision of service planning, authorizing for services, processing payroll, and coordinating with community resources. This also includes the maintenance of confidential case files, office management, typing and composing correspondence relative to the individuals being served. Manages office, including, but not limited to: Acting as receptionist, Manages office correspondence, Creating weekly reports, Office filing and file purging, Schedule appointments, Perform general clerical, statistical, administrative, and accounting duties. The Rehabilitation Associate I assists with casework, including, but not limited to: completing itineraries, calling, scheduling, and sending appointment letters for home visits with individuals on the programs; maintaining confidential case files, both hard copy, and electronically; completing appropriate intakes/referrals in the absence of the Social Services Program Coordinator; prepares required Medicaid and MDRS forms, etc. Conducts fingerprinting of potential Personal Care Attendants (PCA's). Compiles, verifies and processes PCA payroll. Authorizes for services timely.

What you'll need to be Successful

Good oral and written communications skills are required to be proficient in this position. Proficient computer skills are a must. Must be able to prioritize, and work to plan and provide timely services to those individuals being served. Looking for individuals who can multi-task, are very detailed oriented, analytical, and able to solve problems.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 0-2 years of related experience.

Characteristics of Work

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Employer

State of Mississippi

Address

210 East Capitol Street

Suite 800

Jackson, Mississippi, 39201

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Copyright 2025
Job ID: 485150424
Originally Posted on: 7/14/2025

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