Rehabilitation Associate I

Job Description

Opens in a new window Opens an external website Opens an external website in a new window This website utilizes technologies such as cookies to enable essential site functionality, as well as for analytics, personalization, and targeted advertising. Privacy Policy Accept Deny Non-Essential Manage Preferences Close Cookie Preferences For full functionality of this page it is necessary to enable JavaScript. Here are the instructions how to enable JavaScript in your web browser Rehabilitation Associate I | Mississippi State Government Jobs page has loaded. Rehabilitation Associate I | Mississippi State Government Jobs page has loaded. Skip to main content Click here or press any key to continue. Job Opportunities Menu Job Opportunities Sign In Saving... Account could not be created. Please fix the errors to continue. Sign In All fields are required Create an account Username or Email Password Sign In Forgot username | Reset password Sign in with GoogleSign in with Google. Opens in new tab Facebook Don't have an account? Create one. Already have an account? Sign In. User profile dropdown menu for Username Applications Inbox Profile Account Sign Out After clicking on this link you will be logged out and the page will be reloaded. Applications Inbox Profile Go to Background Investigation Account Sign Out After clicking on this link you will be logged out and the page will be reloaded. Welcome! Thanks for creating an account. Mississippi State Government Jobs powered by NEOGOV ® Rehabilitation Associate I Print Apply  Rehabilitation Associate I Salary $29,374.74 - $30,360.47 Annually Location 36 - LAFAYETTE COUNTY, MS Job Type Full-Time Job Number 9804-0333-20260107LAF Department 0333 - DRS-OFFICE OF DISABILITY DET SVCS Opening Date 01/07/2026 Closing Date 1/20/2026 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 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 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 Time-Limited 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 a 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 (PCAs). Compiles, verifies, and processes PCA payroll. Authorizes services timely manner. What you'll need to be Successful Good oral and written communication 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 multitask, are very detail-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. Description Benefits Questions Characteristics of Work See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classifications Health/Prescription InsuranceEligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may s