HUMAN SERVICES PROFESSIONAL I - OAHU

State of Hawai'i; Hawaii; On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The State of Hawai'i is seeking an entry-level human services trainee to receive formal training while handling cases under close supervision. Positions may be permanent or temporary, with potential for advancement as you progress through the program.

Benefits include civil service eligibility, and a structured path that may lead to promotions and transfers within the department. A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time depending on department needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university with at least 12 credit hours in counseling, human services, psychology, social work, or related behavioral sciences.
• Ability to write clear reports and interpret complex written material; solve problems logically and systematically.

Responsibilities

• This is an entry level class with on- the-job training in professional human services work and orientation to the work organization.
• Cases are assigned during orientation and training; supervision is close, with reviews for compliance and potential for progression.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences

Job description

Recruitment Number 25-0252 - The immediate vacancy is with the Department of Human Services, Benefit, Employment and Support Services Division.

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

This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill both Permanent and Temporary vacancies.

Note: Employees appointed to temporary positions may also gain membership in the civil service upon satisfactory completion of an initial probation period of at least six months. Once you become a member of the civil service, you become eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits afforded to an employee in a permanent position with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force.

A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.

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.

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 a regionally 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. In order to receive credit for education, you must submit verification (e.g., copies of official transcripts).

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.

Driver's License:

Some positions require possession of a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.

The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements.

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.

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 their 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.