Youth Services Team Lead

State of Mississippi

$51,289.00 - $59,373.43 Annually

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

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0571 - DHS-YOUTH SERVICES

10/07/2026

10/14/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

$51,289.00

$59,373.43

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.

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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.

• 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.

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

210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201