Social Service Assistant IV: Client Support & Transport

Hawai`i State Judiciary; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaii State Judiciary in Hilo seeks a Social Service Assistant IV (DL) to support social workers and program operations. A current driver’s license is required to operate vehicles, and education or substitutions may fulfill the basic requirements.

The role involves clerical duties, client transportation, and explaining services to clients. The position emphasizes reading comprehension, verbal communication, and organized, reliable support for public housing and welfare-related programs.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school. Ability to read, comprehend, and apply written directions may substitute for lack of education.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience providing supportive services to professionals in welfare, housing, and related programs.
• Substitutions allowed: college training or related certificates may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical tasks in processing documents for clients and programs.
• Transport clients and materials to and from various destinations as needed.
• Explain available services to clients and assist in overseeing group activities such as programs or events.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Verbal communication

Clerical tasks

Education

High school diploma

Credits substitute: college coursework

Social service curriculum certificate/AS or related degree substitute for experience

Job description

Hawaii State Judiciary in Hilo seeks a Social Service Assistant IV (DL) to support social workers and program operations. A current driver’s license is required to operate vehicles, and education or substitutions may fulfill the basic requirements.

The role involves clerical duties, client transportation, and explaining services to clients. The position emphasizes reading comprehension, verbal communication, and organized, reliable support for public housing and welfare-related programs.