SOCIAL SERVICE ASSISTANT IV - CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES - OAHU

State of Hawaiʻi; Hawaii; On-site; USD 40,242 - 50,923; Full time

Job summary

The State of Hawaiʻi seeks a Social Service Assistant IV to perform outreach, provide support services, and liaise with clients at the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Responsibilities include performing fieldwork, facilitating group activities, and helping with logistical tasks. Candidates need a high school diploma, three years of relevant experience, and legal U.S. work authorization. Valid driver's license is required. This position offers a salary range from $3,606 to $4,563 monthly.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.
• Three years of experience in supportive services.
• One year of experience similar to Social Service Aid III.

Responsibilities

• Perform field work and outreach functions.
• Serve as liaison between staff and clients.
• Assist in overseeing group activities.

Skills

Clerical tasks

Transportation of clients

Communication skills

Basic mathematical computation

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Job description

Social Service Assistant IV

Recruitment Number: 26‑0179
Location: Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Halawa Correctional Facility, Hawaii
Salary: $3,606 to $4,563 per month (SR‑11, Step C to I)

Responsibilities

Performs extensive field work and outreach functions; serves as liaison between professional staff and clients or potential clients; performs preliminary screening for continued eligibility; provides supportive services such as clerical tasks, transportation of clients, explanation of services, assists in overseeing group activities (e.g., bowling and swimming), and other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work: U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident alien, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the U.S.
• Basic education/experience: High school graduation or equivalent, with ability to read, comprehend, apply written directions, strong verbal skill, and basic mathematical computation abilities.
• Specialized experience: Three years of experience providing supportive services to social workers, vocational rehabilitation specialists, public housing managers, or similar professionals; work may include clerical tasks, transporting clients, explaining services, assisting in group activities, etc.
• Experience comparable to Social Service Aid III: At least one year of experience similar to Social Service Aid III in State government.
• Driver's license: Valid driver’s license required for some positions.
• PREA requirement: No engagement in sexual abuse activity as described by the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA); compliance with relevant policies.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring accommodations should contact 808‑587‑1111.