Youth Services Team Lead

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Youth Services Team Lead (0002)

Salary

$51,289.00 - $59,373.43 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

9822-0571-20260120HDS

Department

0571 - DHS-YOUTH SERVICES

Opening Date

01/21/2026

Closing Date

1/28/2026 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary

$51,289.00

Agency Maximum Salary

$59,373.43

About the Agency

The Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals, and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Youth Services and will be located in Oakley Youth Development Center in Raymond, MS. If you have any questions, you may contact us at mdhsrecruitment@mdhs.ms.gov.

About the Position

Supervisory position responsible for the overall management of an assigned unit. At this level, employees serve in a supervisory capacity and coordinate the direct treatment for a group of youth committed or assigned to the facility as well as all the activities involved in the daily operation of a living unit, including safety and security (e.g., delegation of case management responsibilities, coordination of youth appointments, point of contact for families and various other professionals). Employee supervision includes hire recommendations; training; work planning, assignments, and review; and performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline. Supervision at this level also requires these employees to have the knowledge and skills to perform and review the work overseen.

What you'll need to be Successful

Excellent Communication Skills, Ability to Conduct Oneself in an Ethical Manner, Excellent Interpersonal Skills, Ability to Adapt Quickly, Ability to maintain confidentiality, and an Advocate for Children.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Master's Degree and 3-4 years of youth treatment experience and/or relevant certification.

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Health/Prescription InsuranceEligible 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 BenefitsEmployees 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 InsuranceAll 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 InsurancesMany agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance. Flexible Spending AccountsMany 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 LeaveFull-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for