Agency Duties

Agency Duties The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) must adhere to the following duties in accordance with State and Federal regulations: A. To provide basic services and assistance statewide to needy and disadvantaged individuals and families; B. To promote integration of the many services and programs within its jurisdiction at the client level thus improving the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery and providing easier access to clients; C. To develop a statewide comprehensive service delivery plan; and D. To employ personnel and expend funds appropriated to the department to carry out the duties and responsibilities assigned to the department by law.