HUMAN SERVICES PROFESSIONAL I - CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES - OAHU

State of Hawaiʻi; Hawaii; Sur place; USD 41 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The State of Hawaiʻi Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation in Halawa/Kalihi is recruiting for Recruitment Number 26-0398. This entry-level position trains in the basic principles, methods and techniques of professional human services work and provides orientation to the agency’s functions, objectives, policies and procedures.

Candidates will begin with close supervision, handling cases of limited scope and complexity and progressively develop toward advanced responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree including a minimum of twelve (12) semester credit hours in counseling, criminal justice, human services, psychology, social work, social welfare, sociology or other behavioral sciences.
• Ability to write clear and comprehensive reports and other documents; read and interpret complex written material; and solve complex problems logically and systematically.
• Must meet PREA requirements as listed (no substantiated sexual abuse/harassment; no disqualifying convictions).

Responsabilités

• This is the entry level in this class with training in basic principles, methods and techniques of professional human services work and orientation to the work organization and its functions.
• Cases are assigned concurrently with orientation and training; initially fewer in number and limited in scope and complexity; progression to higher levels is anticipated.
• Supervision is close and immediate, with work reviewed for compliance and development.

Formation

Bachelor's degree in counseling, criminal justice, human services, psychology, social work, social welfare, sociology or other behavioral sciences

Description du poste

Recruitment Number 26-0398

These vacancies are with the Halawa/Kalihi.

Salary: $4,368 per month (SR-16, Step D)

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number 26-0398

These vacancies are with the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation located in Halawa/Kalihi.

Salary: $4,368 per month (SR-16, Step D)

Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the Civil Service Hawaii State Government Jobs page of our website.

Duties Summary

This is the entry level in this class. Positions in this class receive training in the basic principles, methods and techniques of professional human services work and orientation to the specific work organization and its functions, objectives, policies and procedures. Cases are assigned concurrently with orientation and training. Cases may initially be fewer in number than those assigned to more experienced workers and, as far as can be anticipated, will be those with problems which are limited in scope and complexity or may require only short term intervention. Cases are selected to develop the employee for progression to a higher level of work. Supervision is close and immediate, and work assignments are closely and critically reviewed for compliance with instructions and application of approved practices and to assure potential for further training and development.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:

Legal Authorization To Work

The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

Education

A bachelor's degree from an accredited four year college or university which included a minimum of twelve (12) semester credit hours in courses such as counseling, criminal justice, human services, psychology, social work, social welfare, sociology or other behavioral sciences.

The education background must also demonstrate the ability to write clear and comprehensive reports and other documents; read and interpret complex written material; and solve complex problems logically and systematically.

Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Requirement

• Has engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution.
• Has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse.
• Has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in #2 above.
• Has been the subject of substantiated allegations of sexual abuse or sexual harassment or resigned during a pending investigation of alleged sexual abuse or sexual harassment.

Other Requirements: All applicants who are conditionally offered employment or conditionally approved for movement into this position shall be subject to drug screening, as required by Federal, State or local laws, or departmental policy; and will be subject to an intensive background check.

Other Information

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-1111 for assistance.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM

The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS

The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.

Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.

TESTING INFORMATION

The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.

In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.

For further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review.