Care Professional​/Rec Aide

Support Care Professional/Rec Aide in 34 - JONES COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$21,939.58 - $23,036.56 Annually

Location

34 - JONES COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

0373 - MH-ELLISVILLE STATE SCHOOL

Opening Date

10/22/2026

11/4/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$21,939.58

$23,036.56

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 is Human Resources at .

Assist in planning and conducting organized leisure time and recreational activities such as dances, movies, social events; implementation of each persons program, documentation of all recreational activities and programs; assist in coaching and training persons for Special Olympic events; implement specific persons programs and documents daily progress as assigned by the recreation supervisor or service area supervisor; complete and distribute activity sheets concerning all leisure time activities including social outings, movies, dances, etc.;

attend all weekly recreation department meetings; assist in feeding at lunch and supper and other duties as assigned. Applicant must have a valid Mississippi Driver’s License and a safe driving record as outlined in the Ellisville State School Safety Manual. Vacancy is at Hillside.

What you'll 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 High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 0-1 year of experience. May require a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) designation.

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201