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  • Military Family Life Counselor Tier 3 Child and Youth

    Health Readiness Resources

    Substance abuse counselor job in Urban Honolulu, HI

    Child and Youth Behavioral (CYB) Military Family Life Counseling (MFLC) services to children of all ages of military service members and their families at military installations to include civilian expeditionary work force and their families (when activated). These services may include non-medical counseling, training/health and wellness presentations, consultation with parents, personnel at child development centers, and consultation to installation command regarding behavioral health issues affecting children and youth. CYB counselors will be assigned to child development centers, youth programs, summer camps, and on demand assignments. Provides non-medical, short-term, solution focused, walk-around counseling directly to service and family members. Services include assessment, brief counseling and consultation, action planning, referral to resources (assuring linkage as appropriate), and follow-up as indicated. Delivers training and health and wellness presentations and other base/installation activities as requested/directed. Enters counselor activity data on a daily basis through smart phone, or web application, to assure that reporting is accurate from assigned installation, while maintaining client/service member confidentiality. Creates a presence on the installation in which the service and family members feel comfortable approaching the counselor and recognize the program to be confidential. Establishes and maintains working relationships with community resources and provides appropriate linkages for service members and their families. Partners with POC to provide MFLC services in a manner that addresses the needs of the installation. Develops an effective and professional working relationship with the installation POC. Provides MFLC response to critical incidents, surge and on demand events, and special requests as directed by the POC and approved by the Office of Secretary of Defense (OSD) program manager. Counselor will flex schedule to respond to urgent requests as needed. Manages duty to warn and restricted reporting situations according to Department of Defense (DoD) protocol and staffs the cases with Regional Supervisor/Regional Director. Communicates with Regional Supervisors and participates in regular individual and group supervision, sharing information regarding trends and issues on the installations to which the counselor is assigned. Participates in regular in-services/training, Quality Improvement committees or other contract activities as assigned/appropriate.
    $62k-76k yearly est. 60d+ ago
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  • Juvenile Counselor I (Female/DL) - Honolulu, Oahu

    Hawaii State Judiciary

    Substance abuse counselor job in Urban Honolulu, HI

    Applications for this recruitment must be submitted online. Paper applications will NOT be accepted. Recruitment Number 25-174LM, Juvenile Counselor I (Female/DL), SR-16, Honolulu, Oahu. Immediate temporary/on-call vacancies. Gender-Specific Positions: The positions require the employee to be of the same gender (female) as that of the client being served. Shiftwork: The positions require incumbents to work on a rotating shift basis. You must be willing and able to work weekends, nights, holidays, rotating shifts, and work outside of normally scheduled work hours. Intermittent (on call) Work Hours: Some positions are identified as intermittent (on call) for work scheduling purposes. Intermittent (on-call) work hours vary from 0 - 40 hours per week dependent on the needs of the department. For such positions, you must be willing and able to work weekends, nights, and holidays. Test Information: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be required to pass an Attitudinal Test to be eligible for employment consideration. Notification to Applicants: All notification regarding the application and testing process will be sent to the email address indicated on your application. To ensure that you receive timely notification, your contact information must be current. We also suggest that you periodically check your junk or spam mail in the event our emailed notification has been filtered or blocked.Performs therapeutic counseling and allied rehabilitative services of a simple nature in accordance with defined policies and procedures and specific supervisory instructions, for juveniles requiring temporary shelter in a non-secured facility; interviews juveniles to obtain background and other pertinent information; assists in the investigation, evaluation, and assessment of the juvenile's background; makes recommendations on referrals to standard community resources and on treatment/rehabilitation; prepares case records and reports; and performs other duties as required.Education Requirement: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor's degree which included a minimum of twelve (12) semester credit hours in a social science. Excess work experience as described under Specialized Experience below, or any other responsible administrative, professional or analytical work experience which provided knowledge and abilities comparable to those acquired in four (4) years of successful study while completing a college or university curriculum leading to a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. To be acceptable, the experience must have been of such scope, level and quality as to assure the possession of comparable knowledge and abilities. The education or experience 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. Specialized Experience (for education substitution): Progressively responsible professional experience involving counseling to individuals and/or their families which demonstrated the application of the knowledge of the behavioral and social sciences. Examples of qualifying experience are performance of duties such as educational counseling and/or guidance, vocational rehabilitation, psychological or pastoral counseling, probation or parole services counseling. NOTE: Applicants who will graduate with a bachelor's degree with at least 12 semester credits of social science coursework may apply within three months prior to graduation. If you are selected, we will need an original official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the required coursework and the awarding of the degree. Selective Certification Requirement - Driver's License: Due to the driving duties of the position, applicants must possess a valid and unexpired driver's license to operate a motor vehicle. Testing Information: 1. Applications will be evaluated to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements and public employment requirements. 2. Qualified applicants will be notified by email to schedule an Attitudinal Test. The Attitudinal Test will be administered in Honolulu, Oahu only. Candidates must report for the exam in person. Due to the confidentiality of the test materials, the Attitudinal Test is not available online or administered out-of-state. 3. Only applicants who pass the Attitudinal Test will be eligible for employment consideration. Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Requirement: In accordance with the PREA Federal law, the Hawaii State Judiciary shall not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with detainees in juvenile facilities and lockups, with inmates detained in a prison or jail, or with residents of community confinement facilities who: a. Has engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution; b. 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; c. Has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in b above; or d. 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.Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to *****************************, or mailed to the following address: Hawaii State Judiciary, Human Resources Department, 426 Queen Street, First Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813. Education: If you are using education as a substitution for experience, you must submit a copy of your transcript(s) or diploma(s) at the time of application. If you are selected for a position, we will request an official transcript (not a copy) at a later date. The official transcript must indicate completion of the training and/or the awarding of the appropriate degree.
    $51k-73k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Behavioral Health Specialist V - Leeward District Administration

    Teach In Hawaii 4.0company rating

    Substance abuse counselor job in Waipahu, HI

    This posting is being used to fill Behavioral Health Specialist positions that provide services to students at various schools within the Central District as needed and assigned by the Central District Office. Salary Range: All new external applicants will be placed on the initial step of the salary range. However, placement above the initial step of the salary range will be based on special characteristics and critical needs of the position, an applicant's exceptional qualifications, the availability of funds, and other relevant factors. Such appointments require prior approval. Hawaii State Department of Education employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations. Behavioral Health Specialist V, SR-24: $6,043.00 - $7,351.00 per month Examples of Duties * Oversee and monitor the work performance of behavioral health specialists, school social workers, and other assigned staff regarding the provision of school-based behavioral health services within a complex or district. * Responsible for evaluating the work performance of assigned staff and completion of their performance appraisal (PAS) within the required timeframe. * Monitor activities and services of staff for conformance to existing laws, policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines, etc. Take corrective action/steps to remedy non-conformance in order to comply with legal requirements. * Ensure that appropriate services are delivered to students by program staff as specified in student Individual Education Plans/504 Modification Plans (IEP/MP). These plans outline services provided to students by various discipline team members for the purpose of giving the student the best opportunity to learn. * Collaborate with contracted providers and other agency providers to plan for the orderly development and provision of essential services to meet the needs of students in the complex as specified in the student's IEP/MP. Participate in interagency meetings to coordinate and integrate school-based behavioral health services with other child-serving agencies. Establish networks and working relationships with parents and community agencies. * Provide technical support/assistance to principals, counselors, teachers, and other school personnel regarding integration of school-based behavioral health services into educational programs, and meeting the requirements of federal laws. * Assist the district educational specialist (DES) with program development and the overall plan for the implementation of the district's/complex's school-based behavioral health services program including an evaluation strategy to effectively monitor and utilize behavioral health and the contracted provider resources. * Administer policies and procedures pertaining to the implementation and operation of school-based behavioral health services. * Conduct budget surveillance and utilization procurement review for the SBBH DES to assist in identification of resources needed to implement a system of school-based behavioral health services. * Review requests for contracted services and monitors for appropriate utilization of services and resources in conjunction with the DES and district contracts specialist. * In consultation with personnel from the DOE district and State level offices, the Department of Health Family Guidance Center, and Children's Community Council (CCC), develop a community-based system of care. * Plan and implement a complaints resolution process for behavioral health-related services. Monitor sentinel events/incident reports, investigate and collaborate with the agencies involved to resolve the situation. Refer unresolved system issues to the appropriate district resources. * Develop and implement education and/or training programs to address staff development needs related to behavioral health evidence-based practices and IDEA/504. * Train subordinates and assigned staff. * Review IEP/MP quarterly reports, direct and oversee the recordkeeping systems. * Sign documents for Medicaid reimbursements. * May provide direct services. Minimum Qualifications Basic Education Requirements: Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in counseling, marriage/family therapy, psychology or social work. Experience Requirements: Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience of the kind and quality described in the statements below and in the amounts shown below or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional post-masters work experience providing counseling and/or therapy to individuals and/or their families which included assisting individuals to address emotional, behavioral, and/or mental health problems. This experience must have involved counseling or guidance in situations where individuals had difficulty in grasping or understanding the nature of their problem(s), choosing between various possible courses of action, adjusting to environmental conditions and/or acquiring or sustaining appropriate individual control or motivation. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being considered. Professional License Requirement: Applicants must possess a Hawaii State Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, Psychologist or Marriage and Family Therapist license. Driver's License Requirement: This position requires possession of a current, valid driver's license. Supplemental Information Salary: The advertised salary is based on full-time employment and includes shortage and school year differentials, if applicable. Requirements: Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. Unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour workweeks. Part-time experience is pro-rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week is equivalent to six months of experience, not one year. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be credited. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week is equivalent to one year of experience, not one and a half years. Temporary Assignment: Claims of Temporary Assignment (TA) experience to meet the minimum qualification requirements must be verified and attached to the application using one of the options below: * A copy of the applicant's TA History Report or equivalent system-generated report; * A signed letter from the applicant's supervisor that includes the applicant's name, his/her TA job title, the TA start and end dates (from mm/yy to mm/yy), his/her specific TA duties performed, and either the TA hours worked per week or total TA hours worked; or, * Copies of the applicant's signed SF-10 Forms. Documents: Attach all relevant supporting documents to your application. Documents that were attached to applications submitted before November 16, 2023 do not automatically attach or transfer to applications submitted on and after December 16, 2023. All submitted documents become the property of the Hawaii State Department of Education. Information about Temporary Positions: Temporary positions may be extended year to year, dependent upon funding and departmental needs. Making yourself available for temporary positions increases your employment possibilities and may lead to permanent opportunities. A person hired for a temporary position may also become a temporary employee upon satisfactory completion of the initial probation period of at least six months. Once a temporary employee, you would be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits as afforded to an employee in a permanent position, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force. Equal Opportunity The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Payday New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month. 12-month civil service and SSP employees enjoy a range of competitive benefits: * Holidays: You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year. * Vacation: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year. * Sick Leave: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits. * Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan. * Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees. * Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld. * Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis. * Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits. * Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products. * Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available. * Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program. * Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account. * Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation. * Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining. The above is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements. 01 EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Applicants must possess a Master's Degree with a major in Counseling, Marriage/Family Therapy, Psychology, or Social Work. Do you meet this requirement? * Yes, I possess a Master's Degree in Counseling, Marriage/Family Therapy, Psychology, or Social Work. I will submit my official transcript to verify my claim. * No, I possess a Master's Degree in a different major. However, I possess an Educational Specialist and/or Doctorate Degree with a major in Counseling, Marriage/Family Therapy, Psychology, or Social Work. I will submit my official transcript to verify my claim. * No, I possess a Master's Degree in a different major. (Submittal of official transcript not required.) * No, I do not meet this requirement at this time. However, I will graduate within six (6) months of submitting my application and will possess a Master's Degree in Counseling, Marriage/Family Therapy, Psychology, or Social Work upon my graduation. I understand that I must provide a letter signed by my department chair that confirms the anticipated conferral date of my Master's Degree, along with my most current official transcript. * No, I do not possess a Master's Degree. 02 EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In the space provided, only list professional experiences gained AFTER conferral of your Master's Degree that fully meet this requirement. Include complete responses to all of the following items for each experience you held, SEPARATELY: (a) Your official job title; (b) Employer's name, type of establishment (e.g., clinic, hospital, school, private practice, etc.), and primary services provided and to whom (describe clientele); (c) Department you worked in, the job titles (and how many of each) of all other personnel in that department, and the role of your position as compared to others in your department; (d) Supervisor's official job title, qualifications (e.g., MSW, Licensed Psychologist, etc.), and duties (briefly describe); (e) Complete dates of employment while in this position (from mm/yy to mm/yy); and, (f) Average hours you worked per week. If you held more than one position for the same employer, you must provide separate responses to items (a) through (f) for each position you held. Furthermore, your application will be deemed incomplete if you copy/paste/reference your resume in the space provided since doing so is not considered a complete response to this question. Consequently, if your write-up is unclear, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official Job/Position Description and/or requirements. 03 EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT (cont.): Also provide complete and detailed responses to the following items for each of the experiences you listed above, SEPARATELY: (h) Description of your official job duties that includes a list of the specific tasks you performed, responsibilities you held, types of behavioral problems you helped your clients to overcome/manage, process you followed to assess/diagnose/treat these behavioral problems, how often you met with each client (frequency and duration) and the average number of clients you had at any single time, and your level of participation and role in multi-disciplinary teams; and, (i) Indicate the average hours per week that you performed each job duty listed in (h) above (Do not provide the total hours you worked per week; each job duty should have the amount of time you spent performing it on a weekly basis). Providing a complete and thorough response to this question is essential in our evaluation of your qualifications. As noted in the previous question, your application will be deemed incomplete if you copy/paste/reference your resume in the space provided; and if your write-up is unclear, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official Job/Position Description and/or requirements. 04 PROFESSIONAL LICENSE REQUIREMENT: Applicants must possess a current, valid Hawaii Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, Psychologist, or Marriage and Family Therapist License. Do you meet this requirement? * Yes, I meet this requirement. To verify my claim, I will submit a copy of my Notice of Licensure OR pocket card. I understand that the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs' (DCCA) online licensure verification will not be accepted. * No, I possess a license from another state, and I understand that it will not meet this requirement. (Submittal of other state-issued license not required.) * No, I do not meet this requirement. 05 DRIVER'S LICENSE: This position requires a current, valid Driver's License. Note: If you would like to be considered for these positions, you must provide a clear copy of your valid Driver's License. * Yes * No 06 TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER VERIFYING DOCUMENTS: Official or copies of official transcripts, certifications (front and back), and other verifying documents must be received in our office within ten (10) calendar days from the date of your application. If these documents are NOT received by the deadline, your application may be rejected. * I understand, and will submit the required documents to CSSP Recruitment within ten (10) calendar days. * I understand, but I will not submit the required information. I understand that my application may be rejected. * I have previously submitted my verifying documents for another recruitment. Required Question Employer Hawaii State Department of Education Address P.O. Box 2360 Honolulu, Hawaii, 96804 Website ***********************************
    $6k-7.4k monthly 60d+ ago
  • Youth Engagement Specialist (Music)

    LiliʻUokalani Trust

    Substance abuse counselor job in Urban Honolulu, HI

    Liliʻuokalani Center (LC): Informed by a deep understanding of the adolescent experience and grounded in Hawaiian culture, the new LC will provide Hawaiian youth with opportunities to connect to peers and mentors, receive supportive services, and discover pathways to passion, purpose, and prosperity. LC will be LT's signature youth development hub for culture, creativity, technology, and play, and will serve as a resource center where youth can connect to vital support and a vibrant community. LC will be a safe space located in urban Honolulu where youth are inspired to pursue their dreams, including exploring pathways in the arts, sports, technology, and entrepreneurship while receiving wraparound support to help them reach their goals and become thriving adults. A primary function of LC will be to provide a space for young people to play, to learn, to find connection and inspiration, and to experience joy. Job Purpose Under the direction of the ʻŌlino Pathways Team, the Youth Engagement Specialist - Music will support music-based programming, events, and creative projects primarily at the Liliʻuokalani Center (LC), with occasional support at other program sites. The specialist will focus on engaging youth through music education, performance, and creative expression. The role may also involve light administrative duties and facility support. Essential Responsibilities Collaborate with the ʻŌlino Pathways Team to support music-related activities and events, including songwriting, instrument instruction, vocal coaching, music production, and related workshops. Work directly with youth ages 12-24, fostering meaningful engagement through music and supporting their creative development. Assist in set-up and breakdown of music-related creative spaces, such as the sound studio, recording lab, lounge areas, and performance spaces. Help ensure safe and inclusive environments by supporting the opening, closing, and monitoring of program facilities. Support working relationships with artists, and partner organizations. Help plan and deliver music-focused events, workshops, and open houses that promote participation and community engagement. Provide transportation support for youth and staff, including driving LT vehicles as needed. Demonstrate cultural sensitivity by incorporating Hawaiian and other relevant cultural perspectives into music programming. Other duties: Contributes to the Trust's success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improve team and organization results. Evening and weekend hours are required as needed. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent experience Capacity to perform frontline work in various settings (schools, public spaces, offices, distressed communities, etc.) Comfort with youth work, particularly engaging with vulnerable youth Benefits include professional development and a safe and caring environment to support personal growth Driver's license required Job Competencies Aloha: awareness and approach to the work with compassion, empathy, and kindness. ‘Imi Na'auao: a constant desire for seeking knowledge; lifelong learner. Po'okele: desire to perform in excellence. Wiwo'ole: maintain a courageous, brave, and fearless mindset. Pono: understand the appropriateness of time, place, reason, people, and tools Kuleana: bring a deep sense of responsibility and accountability Collaboration: Ability to interact effectively with youth, community partners, and multi-disciplinary teams. Knowledge of community resources and services Ethical Practice: Model the highest level of ethical behavior, integrity, and social responsibility Uphold and embody all LT values. Communication: Clearly convey and receive information and ideas. Engage the listener and invite response and feedback. Demonstrate strong written, oral, and listening skills. Cultural Competence: Respect and relate well to people from varied backgrounds and sensitive to group differences. Experience working with at-risk youth and ability to apply positive youth development principles to that work. Relationship Management: Experience working with staff at all levels in a collaborative environment; ability to promote and sustain positive workplace values and relationships. Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work well under pressure and to remain calm and controlled when faced with challenging situations. Organization Competencies Alignment with Queen's legacy: Understanding and appreciation of Queen Liliuokalani's story, her legacy and the Hawaiian Culture is foundational to staff's commitment to working with our Hawaiian children, families and communities. Demonstrates respect for and appreciation of Hawaiian values history, and culture, understanding its implication in one's work, in fostering meaningful relationships, and in embracing the community served. Ho`omau i ka `imi Na`auao (Continuous Learning and Improvement): Committed to creating and reinforcing an environment of continuous learning and improvement. Ho`ike i na Mana`o Pono (Effective Communication): Communicates with those we serve and each other in a consistent manner that results in mutual understanding, harmony, and action. No'ono'o loi (Critical Thinking and Problem Solving): Actively and skillfully understands, conceptualizes, applies, analyzes, synthesizes, and/or evaluates information and develops and supports fact-based analyses and recommendations Ho'o kumu a'e or `Imi hakuhia (Innovation): Identifies and integrates creative ideas into new or existing services and promotes effective problem-solving. Pilina Ho`ohana a me ka Hana Hilina`i (Building Relationships and Creating Trust): Manages relationships to create optimal opportunities and move the organization forward. Alu Like I ka Hana (Teamwork): Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others throughout the organization in alignment with the organization's objectives. Ho`onui I ka `Ike (Capacity Building): Encourages personal growth by exhibiting trust and a belief in the capacity of others. LT strongly believes in hiring individuals who reflect its community, including lived experiences, and striving for representative diversity among its staff. Mental and Physical Demands: Perform light physical work, including climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting weight of up to 25 pounds. Exposed to outdoor climate and diverse terrain. Terms and Conditions of Employment As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to LT's policies and procedures. SALARY RANGE ADVERTISED IS THE HIRING OR STARTING RANGE FOR THE ROLE. Job Title: Youth Engagement Specialist- Music Reports to: ʻŌlino Pathways Manager (Music) FLSA Status: Part Time Non-Exempt Aligned Executive: Vice President and Chief Program Officer Kīpuka: Liliʻuokalani Center
    $41k-48k yearly est. 11d ago
  • RELIEF YOUTH COUNSELOR - HALE HO'OPAKELE

    Hale Kipa Inc. 4.0company rating

    Substance abuse counselor job in Ewa Beach, HI

    Job Description Mission & About Us Rooted in aloha and kuleana, Hale Kipa is dedicated to supporting and empowering Hawai'i's youth, young adults, and families who are navigating trauma, injustice, and systemic barriers. Through safe and nurturing housing, culturally grounded care, and trauma-informed relationships, we encourage them to discover their passions, embrace their resilience, and thrive as compassionate, responsible leaders in their families and communities. Since 1970, Hale Kipa has championed Hawai'i's youth an children. We provide youth outreach, independent living facilities, and therapeutic foster care, a haven for runaways, and more. Our founders recognized a need for a nonprofit to step in to assist this deserving population and we are still doing that critical work today, on O'ahu, Kaua'i, and the Island of Hawai'i. Learn more about Hale Kipa's programs. Role Overview Hale Kipa is looking for Youth Counselors to work with youth between the ages of 12 and 17, who are placed in the Hale Ho'opakele, (a type of Emergency Shelter) because they have been identified as having some kind of involvement with sex trafficking. Youth can be referred by various referral sources and the length of stay in the emergency shelter is anywhere from 1 day to 30+ days, while youth await return home or another more permanent placement. Relief Youth Counselors need to be able to manage crisis situations appropriately and help youth work through issues they are experiencing. They need to provide a stable, safe, structured, and nurturing environment, that encourages youth to participate in a program structure that includes: chores, meals, bedtime, quiet time, study time, meetings, and participation in planned activities and outings. Relief Youth Counselors also need to spend time discussing issues with youth to assist and support them in their emotional processing, encourage adaptive positive coping skill-building, and solidify/set limits. Also in the overnight position, Relief Youth Counselors are required to conduct and document 20-minute bed checks to ensure all youth are safe. Assisting youth with wake-up calls in the morning and helping them start their day off in a positive manner, are part of the responsibilities of this staff. In addition to working with the youth, Relief Youth Counselors are also responsible for understanding and handling intake processes and procedures accurately, as well as submitting required documentation in a timely manner. Having some computer knowledge and being able to navigate the electronic health record is essential to the role. Working as part of a team and possessing good communication skills, both verbal and written; and representing Hale Kipa in a professional manner when working with collaterals, parents/guardians, and youth are imperative to the Relief Youth Counselor position. Schedule: Relief Youth Counselors are on call and work is not regular. Work is dependent on shift availability and the availability of the Relief Youth Counselor. Available shifts include: Front Half: Sunday - 8:45am - 10:30pm; Monday - Tuesday - 2:30pm - 10:30pm; every other Wednesday - 2:30pm - 10:30pm. Back Half: Thursday - Friday - 2:30pm - 10:30pm; Saturday - 8:45am - 10:30pm; every other Wednesday - 2:30pm - 10:30pm. Qualifications High School diploma or GED required. At least 2 years of experience or training in working with at-risk, vulnerable youth or those who have been abused or neglected is highly preferred Requirements A valid driver's license Ability to drive the agency van for transporting youth to outings/appointments An EEO Employer
    $32k-37k yearly est. 8d ago
  • Group Facilitator II TSN - DOV (Part-Time)

    Child & Family Service 4.5company rating

    Substance abuse counselor job in Ewa Beach, HI

    Job Description Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children. CFS has been a fierce advocate for children and families in the midst of social injustices and inequalities. Our statewide support, counseling, and therapeutic programs help individuals and families heal from trauma, prevent abuse and neglect, and can break the cycle of generational poverty. MISSION STATEMENT Strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children. OUR VISION Healthy, thriving individuals and families building strong, multicultural communities across generations. OUR VALUES HOPE values: Humility, Ownership, Perseverance, Engagement We offer an extensive array of benefits for our employee including paid time off, preventative health care paid time off, birthday floating holiday, volunteer floating holiday, 16 Paid Holidays in a Year (17 in an Election Year), Medical/Dental/Vision/RX plans, Opt-out incentive, 401(k), flexible spending plans, & more. Come join Child & Family Service and help us serve thousands in our communities! SUMMARY OF DUTIES Under the supervision of the Program Director/ Administrator or Supervisor, the Group Facilitator IIA I is responsible for providing weekly on-going group counseling (facilitation / co-facilitation) coordinating, preparing and maintaining participant group files/records; coordinating participant services and ensuring accurate and prompt reporting to the Family Court on a monthly and quarterly basis. EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS Four-Year College Degree from a school accredited by a recognized accrediting agency - general major. Requires basic knowledge or training in a specialized or technical field or trade, such as social work, professional accounting, finance, business administration, and marketing. Other (Specify): Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Degree in social work, psychology, counseling, psychiatry, or psychiatric nursing. EXPERIENCE Over two years, up to and including four years. Other (Specify): Two years' experience in domestic violence or related field preferred. SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Preferred Experience: Experience with Domestic Violence and group therapy. Preferred Knowledge: Issues related to Domestic Violence. Case Management Practices. Effective Communication. Familiar with community resources. Required: Ability to communicate and work effectively with people of diverse social, economic, ethnic/racial, and cultural backgrounds; ability to establish effective working relationships with at-risk families. Commitment to family centered, community based services, children's safety and family stability. Good verbal and written communication skills in therapeutic assessment, interviewing and recording. Willingness to work evenings, possible weekends and off-site locations. OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS This job requires a valid Hawaii driver's license, a clear driver's abstract, and use of personal vehicle to transport participants, as needed, as well as a willingness to travel in personal vehicle on an as-needed basis throughout the island. The nature of this position requires the incumbent to be on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and continued employment is contingent on a record clear of convictions. Continued employment in this position is contingent on successful completion of CPI classes OR other Behavioral Management certification as may be contract-mandated. Requires contacts both inside and outside the organization in order to furnish or obtain information and/or provide participant services. Normal courtesy, tact and discretion required. At Child & Family Service, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We apply this to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, transfer, leave of absence and termination.
    $30k-36k yearly est. 29d ago
  • Behavior Specialist- Honolulu

    CSD Autism Services

    Substance abuse counselor job in Urban Honolulu, HI

    About Us At Center for Social Dynamics (CSD), we believe that every child deserves a chance to shine. We're a passionate team on a mission to open up a world of possibilities for individuals with autism and other developmental needs-through science, compassion, and a whole lot of heart. From our very first session to each milestone we celebrate, we bring the power of play, connection, and evidence-based care to every moment. With services that are as unique as the individuals we support, we meet kids where they are-at home, in schools, and in communities-and guide them on a path toward growth. We live our TRUE values-Transparency, Respect, Understanding, and Excellence-in everything we do. As a fast-growing leader in the field, we're known for our vibrant culture, hands-on training, and career pathways that help you grow just as much as those we serve. At CSD, we don't just change lives-we light them up. Your First Step Into a Career That Changes Lives This isn't just an entry-level job. It's the first step in a mapped-out journey - toward a degree, a promotion, and even leadership. At CSD, we don't just hire people. We invite changemakers who believe that every child deserves to shine. Starting Pay: $20-$27 per hour, based on experience What Makes This Role Different: * Career Compass: clarity from day one with your growth pathway. * Dreams Come True: free college or tuition reimbursement to help you earn your degree. * Career Rewards: recognition and milestones as you grow. * Flexible schedules + paid training so you can learn, earn, and thrive. What If Growth Wasn't a Mystery? - Introducing CSD Career Rewards! About Us At Center for Social Dynamics (CSD), we believe in possibilities. From a child's first session to every milestone after, we're building futures filled with play, progress, and joy. We meet kids where they are - at home, in schools, in the community - and help them grow through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Every day is about connection, compassion, and celebrating breakthroughs big and small. We live our TRUE values: Transparency, Respect, Understanding, and Excellence. It's not just how we work - it's who we are. At CSD, we don't just change lives. We light them up. About the Opportunity As a Behavior Specialist, you'll: * Use play, games, and evidence-based strategies to help kids build communication, social, and life skills. * Bring energy and compassion to each session - whether it's at a child's home, one of our centers, or out in the community. * Follow personalized plans designed by our clinical leaders while celebrating small wins that lead to big growth. * Thrive in a flexible, on-the-go role where no two days look the same. You don't need prior experience - we'll train you and support you every step of the way. What Success Looks Like * Kids smiling because they can now say a new word, share a toy, or join in play; achieving life changing milestones. * Families feeling hope and relief because they see progress. * You growing through paid training, coaching, and mapped-out career milestones. Benefits & Perks * Competitive pay + bonus opportunities * Paid drive time & mileage reimbursement * Company-issued cell phone * Free college or tuition reimbursement (Dreams Come True Program) * Hands-on training, career advancement, and a vibrant team culture About You This role is for you if: * You love working with kids and making a difference. * You bring patience, energy, and optimism to every session. * You thrive in flexible, dynamic environments. * You're ready to grow your career while helping kids grow, too. Requirements: * H.S. Diploma or GED * Flexible availability (especially Mon-Fri afternoons/evenings + Saturdays) * Proof of vaccinations (MMR, Varicella, COVID - CA mandated) * Reliable transportation * Comfort working with diverse populations * Willingness to complete training and documentation * Ability to frequently sit and stand; keeping pace with your client Ready to Apply? If you've been looking for a role where your work matters, where kids look forward to seeing you, and where your career path is clear - this is it. Join us. Let's light up lives together. CSD is a proud equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. In accordance with the Fair Chance Act, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. CSD is dedicated to ensuring fair hiring practices and encourages all individuals, including those with prior criminal histories, to apply. #LI-Onsite Physical requirements may include but is not limited to: * Constant visual stimulation, including close vision, distance vision, reading, computer work * Constant sitting; frequent up and down out of chair * Constant use of telephone, speaking, listening * Constant document handling, use of copier and fax machine, filing * Frequent typing, use of computer * Occasional walking around building * Occasional bending, reaching, stooping, pulling * Occasional lifting, carrying, moving of items up to 20 pounds * Occasional walking to, bending to enter, sitting and using upper and lower limbs to drive car About Our Values Transparency in the work that we do and the actions we take to achieve our mission. There are no hidden agendas or motives at Center for Social Dynamics. Each family's unique cultures, values, and generational dynamics. Understanding through tolerance, cooperation, and empathy in the pursuit of our mission. We never lose sight of who we are, the people we serve, and our purpose and meaning. Respect for all and the value that everyone brings towards accomplishing our mission. No one at CSD is worth more or less, and together we are greater than the sum of our parts. Excellence in our drive, passion, and commitment to our mission. CSD will always do what it takes to deliver the best, leave no one behind, and champion our cause. CSD is a proud equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
    $20-27 hourly 19d ago
  • Social Work Assistant - Community, Social Services

    Hawaii Pacific Health 3.8company rating

    Substance abuse counselor job in Urban Honolulu, HI

    Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children is Hawai'i's only maternity, newborn and pediatric specialty hospital. It is well recognized as Hawai'i's leader in the care of women, infants and children. With 253 beds, the not-for-profit hospital delivers 6,000 babies a year, and is also a medical teaching and research facility. Specialty services for patients throughout Hawai'i and the Pacific Region include intensive care for infants and children, 24-hour emergency pediatric and adult care, critical care air transport and high-risk perinatal care. Over 1,400 employees and more than 700 physicians provide specialty care at Kapi'olani. The hospital is home to the Kapi'olani Women's Center and the Women's Cancer Center, and offers numerous community programs and services, such as specialty pediatric clinics, the Kapi'olani Child Protection Center and the Sex Abuse Treatment Center. The Community and Social Services team is dedicated to helping patients and their families cope more effectively with the life changes and challenges associated with a hospitalization. These experienced professionals are vital components of a multidisciplinary health care team that recognizes how important it is to support hospitalization and health care treatment in a variety of ways. When a patient is hospitalized, it can impact everyone in the family, and our Community and Social Services department strives to provide comprehensive support in a caring and compassionate manner. If you are a caring person interested in providing life-changing support services to our patients and their families, you may be the ideal candidate for our Case Management Assistant. This position provides technical and administrative support, as well as responding to inquiries from external organizations, prospective appointees, department/service practitioners and other hospital staff. We are looking for a dedicated and resourceful person with excellent customer service and communication skills and a commitment to delivering the highest quality health care to Hawai'i's people. Location: Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children Work Schedule: Day - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time Regular FTE: 1.000000 Bargaining Unit: Non-Bargaining Exempt: No Req ID 30602 Pay Range: 21.76 - 27.20 USD per hour Category: Social Services Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Three (3) years clerical/secretarial experience in position with extensive customer contact. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to read, write, speak and translate one or more foreign language specific to the foreign patients. Knowledge of medical terminology. EOE/AA/Disabled/Vets Hawai'i Pacific Health offers a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that includes pay and benefits. Rate of pay for selected candidates will be determined by various factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, relevant experience and training, as well as internal peer equity.
    $42k-48k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Camp Counselor: Internship

    YMCA of Honolulu 4.0company rating

    Substance abuse counselor job in Waialua, HI

    COMPENSATION: $320 - $400 / Weekly May 22, 2025 - August 1, 2025 Camp Counselors are the heart and soul of mentorship, caregiving, and supervision of campers while at Camp Erdman. Broadly speaking the responsibilities include, but are not limited to, looking after the safety and well-being of up to 14 kids, ensuring camper safety, and running activities for campers throughout the week. This position will require you to lead a variety of activities and programs as set out in the Camp Erdman program schedule. The Camp Counselor will fill the roles of friend, mentor and role model for all campers. This job requires constant 24 hour supervision of campers beginning at Sunday afternoon check - in through Friday afternoon check-out. The Camp Counselor must have a thorough understanding of the YMCA's mission and goals, and a desire to work with children between the ages of 5 and 17. Leadership skills, enthusiasm, patience, a sense of humor and self-control are all essential. Person must have the ability to provide fun and innovative programs to youth. These programs will be a combination of directed programs in the areas of arts & crafts, aquatics, sports, team building, hiking, and self-directed programs such as group games, campfires, camp out and other activities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Child Development: Be a role model for & develop positive meaningful relationships with youth. Provide children with the opportunities to make new friends and learn new activities. Be concerned with camper development & growth. Be aware of health and safety concerns. Recognize and respond to opportunities for the group so that each individual experiences success. Ensure that each and every camper is included in the group. Ensure that Camp Erdman is a positive and memorable experience instilling a strong desire to return in every camper. Ensure that children are always supervised. Attend staff trainings and meetings. Programming: Provide innovative and fun programming for your group of campers including leading skill tracks and supporting program staff during cabin times. Operate your program within the Camp Erdman schedule. Use good judgment when leading activities. Foster a sense of ownership in programs and facilities. Other duties as required that pertain to the operation of a summer camp. Leading a group of children on an overnight tent camping experience QUALIFICATIONS: Preferred Qualifications Two years of college education preferred Prior summer camp experience preferred Prior experience leading peers preferred Lifeguard Certification preferred Ropes Certification preferred Bus Driver Certification preferred Must be a College student Experience working with children CPR/AED and First Aid required TB test required Ability to be physically active all day
    $320-400 weekly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Military Family Life Counselor Tier 1 Child and Youth

    Health Readiness Resources

    Substance abuse counselor job in Urban Honolulu, HI

    Child and Youth Behavioral (CYB) Military Family Life Counseling (MFLC) services to children of all ages of military service members and their families at military installations to include civilian expeditionary work force and their families (when activated). These services may include non-medical counseling, training/health and wellness presentations, consultation with parents, personnel at child development centers, and consultation to installation command regarding behavioral health issues affecting children and youth. CYB counselors will be assigned to child development centers, youth programs, summer camps, and on demand assignments. Provides non-medical, short-term, solution focused, walk-around counseling directly to service and family members. Services include assessment, brief counseling and consultation, action planning, referral to resources (assuring linkage as appropriate), and follow-up as indicated. Delivers training and health and wellness presentations and other base/installation activities as requested/directed. Enters counselor activity data on a daily basis through smart phone, or web application, to assure that reporting is accurate from assigned installation, while maintaining client/service member confidentiality. Creates a presence on the installation in which the service and family members feel comfortable approaching the counselor and recognize the program to be confidential. Establishes and maintains working relationships with community resources and provides appropriate linkages for service members and their families. Partners with POC to provide MFLC services in a manner that addresses the needs of the installation. Develops an effective and professional working relationship with the installation POC. Provides MFLC response to critical incidents, surge and on demand events, and special requests as directed by the POC and approved by the Office of Secretary of Defense (OSD) program manager. Counselor will flex schedule to respond to urgent requests as needed. Manages duty to warn and restricted reporting situations according to Department of Defense (DoD) protocol and staffs the cases with Regional Supervisor/Regional Director. Communicates with Regional Supervisors and participates in regular individual and group supervision, sharing information regarding trends and issues on the installations to which the counselor is assigned. Participates in regular in-services/training, Quality Improvement committees or other contract activities as assigned/appropriate.
    $62k-76k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Behavioral Health Specialist III, IV - Leeward District Administration

    Teach In Hawaii 4.0company rating

    Substance abuse counselor job in Kapolei, HI

    This posting is being used to fill Behavioral Health Specialist positions that provide services to students at various schools within the Leeward District as needed and assigned by the Leeward District Office. The authorized level of these positions is Behavioral Health Specialist IV. Applications are being accepted down to the Behavioral Health Specialist III in the event of recruiting difficulties. Salary Range: All new external applicants will be placed on the initial step of the salary range. However, placement above the initial step of the salary range will be based on special characteristics and critical needs of the position, an applicant's exceptional qualifications, the availability of funds, and other relevant factors. Such appointments require prior approval. Hawaii State Department of Education employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations. Behavioral Health Specialist III, SR-20: $4,961.00 - $6,043.00 Behavioral Health Specialist IV, SR-22: $5,588.00 - $6,283.00 Examples of Duties * Assess, through established professional protocol, when and why an individual is engaging in problem behavior by collecting and reviewing the individual's history through personal interviews with the individual and his/her family, discussions with school personnel/employers and others, and review of written records such as results of aptitude or psychological tests, and other reports regarding medical and social-familial aspects and adaptive behavior. * Develop an individualized behavior intervention/management plan focused on interrupting the development or continuation of problem behavior. Such a plan specifies techniques, methods and strategies to be employed, alternative skills to be taught, crisis prevention and intervention services, and lifestyle interventions that include long-term maintenance of alternative skills. * Work collaboratively with school personnel/employers and other professionals involved in the development/implementation of the behavior intervention/management plan. * Conduct behavior management counseling and skill training sessions for individuals and groups in order to achieve behavior management goals. Counseling and skill training may also include sessions to improve attention span, communication, social, recreational, coping, anger management, problem solving and other functional daily living skills through verbal instruction, modeling behavior, coaching, role-playing behavior practice and other appropriate modalities. * Conduct regular sessions with the individual together with his/her family designed to improve the individual/family functioning that allows the individual to reasonably benefit from his/her education, work and other functional activities. Assist the family to develop and maintain appropriate structure within the home, develop parenting skills and child management techniques, facilitate effective communication and problem solving between family members or between family members and the school/employer. * Advise school personnel/employers and others on the use of appropriate techniques, methods and strategies to be employed in order to facilitate achievement of behavior intervention/management plan goals. * Participate in the integration of services to the individual in a variety of settings to the extent appropriate for the individual. * Prepare and maintain assigned individual's case records, correspondence and other reports in accordance with established rules, policies and procedures, including those regarding confidentiality of the individual's case/services records. Minimum Qualifications Basic Education Requirements: Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in counseling, marriage/family therapy, psychology or social work. NOTE: If you will graduate within six (6) months of application from an accredited university and will meet the Education Requirement upon your graduation, you must provide a letter attesting to such from your department chair or university, along with your most current official transcripts. Final official transcript showing receipt of the degree must be submitted upon graduation. Experience Requirements: Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience of the kind and quality described in the statements below and in the amounts shown below or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Level III: None. Level IV: One (1) year of progressively responsible professional post-Master's work experience providing counseling and/or therapy to individuals and/or their families which included assisting individuals resolve behavioral problems. This experience must have involved counseling or guidance in situations where individuals had difficulty in grasping or understanding the nature of their problem(s), choosing between various possible courses of action, adjusting to environmental conditions and/or acquiring or sustaining appropriate individual control or motivation. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being considered. Driver's License Requirement: Some positions may require the possession of a current, valid driver's license. Supplemental Information Salary: The advertised salary is based on full-time employment and includes shortage and school year differentials, if applicable. Requirements: Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. Unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour workweeks. Part-time experience is pro-rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week is equivalent to six months of experience, not one year. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be credited. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week is equivalent to one year of experience, not one and a half years. Temporary Assignment: Claims of Temporary Assignment (TA) experience to meet the minimum qualification requirements must be verified and attached to the application using one of the options below: * A copy of the applicant's TA History Report or equivalent system-generated report; * A signed letter from the applicant's supervisor that includes the applicant's name, his/her TA job title, the TA start and end dates (from mm/yy to mm/yy), his/her specific TA duties performed, and either the TA hours worked per week or total TA hours worked; or, * Copies of the applicant's signed SF-10 Forms. Documents: Attach all relevant supporting documents to your application. Documents that were attached to applications submitted before November 16, 2023 do not automatically attach or transfer to applications submitted on and after December 16, 2023. All submitted documents become the property of the Hawaii State Department of Education. Information about Temporary Positions: Temporary positions may be extended year to year, dependent upon funding and departmental needs. Making yourself available for temporary positions increases your employment possibilities and may lead to permanent opportunities. A person hired for a temporary position may also become a temporary employee upon satisfactory completion of the initial probation period of at least six months. Once a temporary employee, you would be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits as afforded to an employee in a permanent position, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force. Equal Opportunity The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Payday New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month. 12-month civil service and SSP employees enjoy a range of competitive benefits: * Holidays: You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year. * Vacation: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year. * Sick Leave: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits. * Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan. * Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees. * Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld. * Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis. * Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits. * Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products. * Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available. * Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program. * Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account. * Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation. * Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining. The above is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements. 01 EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Applicants must possess a Master Degree with a major in Counseling, Marriage/Family Therapy, Psychology, or Social Work. Do you meet this requirement? * Yes, I possess a Master Degree in Counseling, Marriage/Family Therapy, Psychology, or Social Work. I will submit my official or copy of official transcript to verify my claim. * No, I possess a Master Degree in a different major. However, I possess an Educational Specialist and/or Doctorate Degree with a major in Counseling, Marriage/Family Therapy, Psychology, or Social Work. I will submit my official or copy of official transcript to verify my claim. * No, I possess a Master Degree in a different major. (Submittal of transcript not required.) * No, I do not meet this requirement at this time. However, I will graduate within six (6) months of submitting my application and will possess a Master Degree in Counseling, Marriage/Family Therapy, Psychology, or Social Work upon my graduation. I understand that I must provide a letter signed by my department chair or university that confirms the anticipated conferral date of my Master Degree, along with my most current official or copy of official transcript. * No, I do not possess a Master Degree. 02 EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In the space provided, only list professional experiences gained AFTER conferral of your Master's Degree that fully meet this requirement. Include complete responses to all of the following items for each experience you held, SEPARATELY: (a) Your official job title; (b) Employer's name, type of establishment (e.g., clinic, hospital, school, private practice, etc.), and primary services provided and to whom (describe clientele); (c) Department you worked in, the job titles (and how many of each) of all other personnel in that department, and the role of your position as compared to others in your department; (d) Supervisor's official job title, qualifications (e.g., MSW, Licensed Psychologist, etc.), and duties (briefly describe); (e) Complete dates of employment while in this position (from mm/yy to mm/yy); and, (f) Average hours you worked per week. If you held more than one position for the same employer, you must provide separate responses to items (a) through (f) for each position you held. Furthermore, your application will be deemed incomplete if you copy/paste/reference your resume in the space provided since doing so is not considered a complete response to this question. Consequently, if your write-up is unclear, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official Job/Position Description and/or requirements. 03 EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT (cont.): Also provide complete and detailed responses to the following items for each of the experiences you listed above, SEPARATELY: (h) Description of your official job duties that includes a list of the specific tasks you performed, responsibilities you held, types of behavioral problems you helped your clients to overcome/manage, process you followed to assess/diagnose/treat these behavioral problems, how often you met with each client (frequency and duration) and the average number of clients you had at any single time, and your level of participation and role in multi-disciplinary teams; and, (i) Indicate the average hours per week that you performed each job duty listed in (h) above (Do not provide the total hours you worked per week; each job duty should have the amount of time you spent performing it on a weekly basis). Providing a complete and thorough response to this question is essential in our evaluation of your qualifications. As noted in the previous question, your application will be deemed incomplete if you copy/paste/reference your resume in the space provided; and if your write-up is unclear, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official Job/Position Description and/or requirements. 04 DRIVER'S LICENSE: Some positions require a current, valid Driver's License. Please indicate whether you are interested in being considered for positions with this requirement. Note: If you would like to be considered for these positions, you must provide a clear copy of your valid Driver's License. * Yes * No 05 TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER VERIFYING DOCUMENTS: Official or copies of official transcripts, certifications (front and back), and other verifying documents must be received in our office within ten (10) calendar days from the date of your application. If these documents are NOT received by the deadline, your application may be rejected. * I understand, and will submit the required documents to CSSP Recruitment within ten (10) calendar days. * I understand, but I will not submit the required information. I understand that my application may be rejected. * I have previously submitted my verifying documents for another recruitment. Required Question Employer Hawaii State Department of Education Address P.O. Box 2360 Honolulu, Hawaii, 96804 Website ***********************************
    $54k-63k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Youth Engagement Specialist (Dance)

    LiliʻUokalani Trust

    Substance abuse counselor job in Urban Honolulu, HI

    Liliʻuokalani Center (LC): Informed by a deep understanding of the adolescent experience and grounded in Hawaiian culture, the new LC will provide Hawaiian youth with opportunities to connect to peers and mentors, receive supportive services, and discover pathways to passion, purpose, and prosperity. LC will be LT's signature youth development hub for culture, creativity, technology, and play, and will serve as a resource center where youth can connect to vital support and a vibrant community. LC will be a safe space located in urban Honolulu where youth are inspired to pursue their dreams, including exploring pathways in the arts, sports, technology, and entrepreneurship while receiving wraparound support to help them reach their goals and become thriving adults. A primary function of LC will be to provide a space for young people to play, to learn, to find connection and inspiration, and to experience joy. Job Purpose Under direction from the ʻŌlino Pathways Team, the Youth Engagement Specialist will support activities and events across program sites, with an emphasis on programming and program development for Lili'uokalani Center (LC). This may include supporting pilot projects, assisting LC staff and partners in developing special events, workshops, and open houses, and providing generalized support to the ʻŌlino Pathways Team. The Specialist will work directly with youth involved in programming under the direction of the ʻŌlino Pathways Team and may also provide administrative support. Essential Responsibilities Collaborate with the ʻŌlino Pathways Team to support activities and events across multiple disciplines, including, but not limited to, Hula, Contemporary Dance, Hip Hop, Aerial Dance, and others. Work directly with youth involved in programming, providing guidance and support under the ʻŌlino Pathways Team's direction. Assist the ʻŌlino Pathways Team with program planning and monitoring creative spaces such as the Dance Studio, adjacent lounge and studio spaces, storage and bathroom facilities. Assist with the opening, closing, and monitoring of facilities, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all participants. Support pilot projects in collaboration with partner organizations, contributing to the successful implementation and evaluation of initiatives. Contribute to developing special events, workshops, and open houses to enhance engagement and participation. Assist with transportation as needed. Provide administrative support as needed, ensuring efficient coordination and documentation of program-related activities. Demonstrate cultural sensitivity, particularly in the context of Lili'uokalani Center, ensuring that programs are culturally relevant. Assist in collecting relevant data and preparing reports, helping assess the impact and effectiveness of programs. Other duties: Contribute to the Trust's success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improve team and organization results. Evening and weekend hours are required as needed. Others as needed and assigned Assist with outreach efforts to engage the local community and encourage participation in arts programming. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent experience Capacity to perform frontline work in various settings (schools, public spaces, offices, distressed communities, etc.) Comfort with youth work, particularly engaging with vulnerable youth Benefits include professional development and a safe and caring environment to support personal growth LT strongly believes in hiring individuals who reflect its community, including lived experiences, and striving for representative diversity among its staff. Job Competencies Aloha: awareness and approach to the work with compassion, empathy, and kindness. ‘Imi Naʻauao: a constant desire for seeking knowledge; lifelong learner. Poʻokele: desire to perform in excellence. Wiwoʻole: maintain a courageous, brave, and fearless mindset. Pono: understand the appropriateness of time, place, reason, people, and tools Kuleana: bring a deep sense of responsibility and accountability Collaboration: Ability to interact effectively with youth, community partners, and multi-disciplinary teams. Knowledge of community resources and services Ethical Practice: Model the highest level of ethical behavior, integrity, and social responsibility Uphold and embody all LT values. Communication: Clearly convey and receive information and ideas. Engage the listener and invite response and feedback. Demonstrate strong written, oral, and listening skills. Cultural Competence: Respect and relate well to people from varied backgrounds and sensitive to group differences. Experience working with at-risk youth and ability to apply positive youth development principles to that work. Relationship Management: Experience working with staff at all levels in a collaborative environment; ability to promote and sustain positive workplace values and relationships. Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work well under pressure and to remain calm and controlled when faced with challenging situations. Organization Competencies Alignment with Queen's legacy: Understanding and appreciation of Queen Liliʻuokalani's story, her legacy and the Hawaiian Culture is foundational to staff's commitment to working with our Hawaiian children, families and communities. Demonstrates respect for and appreciation of Hawaiian values history, and culture, understanding its implication in one's work, in fostering meaningful relationships, and in embracing the community served. Ho`omau i ka `imi Na`auao (Continuous Learning and Improvement): Committed to creating and reinforcing an environment of continuous learning and improvement. Ho`ike i na Mana`o Pono (Effective Communication): Communicates with those we serve and each other in a consistent manner that results in mutual understanding, harmony, and action. No'ono'o loi (Critical Thinking and Problem Solving): Actively and skillfully understands, conceptualizes, applies, analyzes, synthesizes, and/or evaluates information and develops and supports fact-based analyses and recommendations Ho'o kumu a'e or `Imi hakuhia (Innovation): Identifies and integrates creative ideas into new or existing services and promotes effective problem-solving. Pilina Ho`ohana a me ka Hana Hilina`i (Building Relationships and Creating Trust): Manages relationships to create optimal opportunities and move the organization forward. Alu Like I ka Hana (Teamwork): Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others throughout the organization in alignment with the organization's objectives. Ho`onui I ka `Ike (Capacity Building): Encourages personal growth by exhibiting trust and a belief in the capacity of others. Mental and Physical Demands: Perform light physical work, including climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting weight of up to 25 pounds. Exposed to outdoor climate and diverse terrain. Terms and Conditions of Employment As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to LT's policies and procedures.
    $41k-48k yearly est. 11d ago
  • YOUTH COUNSELOR - EMERGENCY SHELTER

    Hale Kipa Inc. 4.0company rating

    Substance abuse counselor job in Ewa Beach, HI

    Job Description Mission & About Us Rooted in aloha and kuleana, Hale Kipa is dedicated to supporting and empowering Hawai'i's youth, young adults, and families who are navigating trauma, injustice, and systemic barriers. Through safe and nurturing housing, culturally grounded care, and trauma-informed relationships, we encourage them to discover their passions, embrace their resilience, and thrive as compassionate, responsible leaders in their families and communities. Since 1970, Hale Kipa has championed Hawai'i's youth an children. We provide youth outreach, independent living facilities, and therapeutic foster care, a haven for runaways, and more. Our founders recognized a need for a nonprofit to step in to assist this deserving population and we are still doing that critical work today, on O'ahu, Kaua'i, and the Island of Hawai'i. Learn more about Hale Kipa's programs. Role Overview Hale Kipa is looking for Youth Counselors to work with youth between the ages of 12 and 17, who are placed in our Pu'uhonua Program (Emergency Shelter). Youth can be referred by various referral sources and the length of stay in the emergency shelter is anywhere from 1 day to 30+ days, while youth await return home or another more permanent placement. Youth Counselors need to be able to manage crisis situations appropriately and help youth work through issues they are experiencing. They need to provide a stable, safe, structured, and nurturing environment, that encourages youth to participate in a program structure that includes: chores, meals, bedtime, quiet time, study time, meetings, and participation in planned activities and outings. Youth Counselors also need to spend time discussing issues with youth to assist and support them in their emotional processing, encourage adaptive positive coping skill-building and solidify/set limits. In addition to working with the youth, Youth Counselors are also responsible for understanding and handling intake processes and procedures accurately, as well as submitting required documentation in a timely manner. Having some computer knowledge and being able to navigate the electronic health record is essential to the role. Working as part of a team and possessing good communication skills, both verbal and written; and representing Hale Kipa in a professional manner when working with collaterals, parents/guardians, and youth are imperative to the Youth Counselor position. Shift Availability: Swing Shift: 3:00pm - 11:00pm Overnight Shift: 10:30pm - 8:00am Qualifications: High School diploma or GED required. Experience or training in working with youth who have been abused and/or neglected is highly preferred Requirements: A valid driver's license Ability to drive the agency van during youth outings Benefits Medical/Drug/Vision/Dental Flexible Spending Account Paid Time Off (PTO) / 6 Paid Holidays 403(b) Retirement Plan Group Term Life Insurance Access to voluntary insurance plans An EEO Employer
    $32k-37k yearly est. 16d ago
  • Social Service Assistant IV (Male) - Honolulu, Oahu

    Hawaii State Judiciary

    Substance abuse counselor job in Urban Honolulu, HI

    Recruitment Number 24-141TY, Social Service Assistant IV (Male), SR-11*, Honolulu, Oahu. * Salary rate effective 07/01/2025. Note: This position requires the incumbent to be of the same gender (male) as that of the clients being served.Performs extensive field work and out-reach functions; serves as liaison between professional staff and clients, and/or potential clients; performs preliminary screening for continued eligibility; and performs other related duties as assigned.Education Requirement: Graduation from high school. Experience of the type described below or work experience requiring the ability to read, comprehend, and apply written directions, or a high degree of verbal skill may be substituted for lack of high school education. Specialized Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in providing supportive services to social workers, vocational rehabilitation specialists, public housing managers, or other professional workers in such programs as public welfare, family court, vocational rehabilitation, and public housing; e.g., performing clerical tasks in processing various documents, transporting clients and materials to and from various destinations, explaining to clients or tenants the services available, assisting in overseeing group activities such as bowling and swimming. Substitutions Allowed: 1. Education in an accredited university in a baccalaureate program may be substituted for experience on the basis of 15 semester hours for six (6) months of experience, up to a maximum of three (3) years. 2. Satisfactory completion of a social service aid and assistant curriculum at an accredited community college, technical school, or junior college which resulted in a Certificate of Achievement or Associate of Science or related degree may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years. Driver's License: Some positions require a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle. If you wish to be considered for a position that requires driving, please attach, mail, or hand-deliver a copy of your current driver's license immediately to the following address: Hawai'i State Judiciary 426 Queen Street, First Floor Honolulu, HI 96813 Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Requirement (28 CFR 115.17, 115.117, 115.217 and 115.317): For some positions, applicants may have contact with detainees in juvenile facilities and lockups, with inmates detained in a prison or jail, or with residents of community confinement facilities. In accordance with the Federal PREA Law, the Hawai`i State Judiciary shall not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with detainees in juvenile facilities and lockups, with inmates detained in a prison or jail, or with residents of community confinement facilities who: a. Has engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution; b. 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; c. Has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in b above; or d. 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.Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to *****************************, or mailed to the following address: Hawai`i State Judiciary, Human Resources Department, 426 Queen Street, First Floor, Honolulu, Hawai`i 96813. Education: If you are using education as a substitute for experience, you must submit a copy of your transcript(s) or diploma(s) at the time of application. If you are selected, you will need an official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the training or the awarding of the appropriate degree.
    $32k-41k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Crisis Worker Community Liaison - Sex Abuse Treatment Ctr

    Hawaii Pacific Health 3.8company rating

    Substance abuse counselor job in Urban Honolulu, HI

    The Hawai'i Pacific Health Research Institute (HPHRI) is dedicated to expanding our knowledge and investigation of the most advanced methods of health prevention in Hawai'i. HPHRI researchers conduct more than 200 clinical trials within the Hawai'i Pacific Health network of hospitals - Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children, Pali Momi Medical Center, Straub Medical Center and Wilcox Medical Center. The Institute oversees an impressive array of research projects, covering areas such as oncology, cardiology, emergency medicine and neonatology. It manages a multi-million dollar budget and a dedicated staff that includes more than 25 clinical research coordinators and up to 75 physicians. Our studies assure patient safety in all aspects of research as they break new ground in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. The Sex Abuse Treatment Center (SATC) of the Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children is a statewide program established in 1976 in response to the community's concern over the absence of medical, psychological and legal support services for victims and the absence of police reporting. Today it is recognized for its leadership and expertise in providing treatment services for survivors of sexual assault, preventing sexual violence and effecting change through public policy, awareness and education. Our mission is to support the emotional healing process of those sexually assaulted in Hawai'i, to increase community awareness about their needs and to reduce the incidence of all forms of sexual assault. Through research and education we also aim to improve clinical practices. By promoting and engaging in public policy we are changing public perceptions of sexual violence, overcoming barriers to treatment and prevention, and ensuring effective criminal justice practices. As the Crisis Worker/Community Liaison, you will join a team of dedicated, compassionate and dynamic professionals at the Sex Abuse Treatment Center, where you can support patients who have suffered trauma from sexual abuse. In this role, you will provide crisis intervention counseling to sexual assault victims and their families; coordinate the medical-legal process and the proper collection and transfer of medical-legal evidence; prepare written reports and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of any changes in protocol; provide information to victims about the legal system and options for police reporting; offer assistance and emotional support; work with community groups to resolve issues that impact sexual abuse service; and deliver presentations and community outreach efforts to raise awareness about sexual violence and SATC services. We are looking for someone with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, an appreciation for community outreach and social service and a commitment to delivering the highest quality health care to Hawai'i's people. Location: Harbor Court Work Schedule: Day - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time Regular FTE: 1.000000 Bargaining Unit: Non-Bargaining Exempt: No Req ID 31808 Pay Range: 28.23 - 29.08 USD per hour Category: Behavioral Mental Health Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Social Science, Health Care, Management or related field OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or related experience. Six (6) months of counseling experience OR Six (6) months of experience in a human services position OR Six (6) months experience as a SATC crisis worker or 120 hours experience as a SATC crisis worker. Valid driver's license and current Hawai'i auto insurance. Preferred Qualifications: One (1) year of experience with delivery of community presentations. EOE/AA/Disabled/Vets Hawai'i Pacific Health offers a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that includes pay and benefits. Rate of pay for selected candidates will be determined by various factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, relevant experience and training, as well as internal peer equity.
    $29k-34k yearly est. 33d ago
  • RELIEF YOUTH COUNSELOR - EMERGENCY SHELTER

    Hale Kipa Inc. 4.0company rating

    Substance abuse counselor job in Ewa Beach, HI

    Job Description Mission & About Us Rooted in aloha and kuleana, Hale Kipa is dedicated to supporting and empowering Hawai'i's youth, young adults, and families who are navigating trauma, injustice, and systemic barriers. Through safe and nurturing housing, culturally grounded care, and trauma-informed relationships, we encourage them to discover their passions, embrace their resilience, and thrive as compassionate, responsible leaders in their families and communities. Since 1970, Hale Kipa has championed Hawai'i's youth an children. We provide youth outreach, independent living facilities, and therapeutic foster care, a haven for runaways, and more. Our founders recognized a need for a nonprofit to step in to assist this deserving population and we are still doing that critical work today, on O'ahu, Kaua'i, and the Island of Hawai'i. Learn more about Hale Kipa's programs. Role Overview Hale Kipa is looking for Relief Youth Counselors to work with youth between the ages of 12 and 17, who are placed in our Pu'uhonua Programs (Emergency Shelter) because they are experiencing some type of crisis. Youth can be referred by various referral sources. Length of stay in Pu'uhonua is anywhere from 1 day to 30+ days, while youth wait for their next, more permanent placement. Relief Youth Counselors need to be able to manage crisis situations appropriately and help youth work through issues they are experiencing. They need to provide a stable, safe, structured, and nurturing environment, that encourages youth to participate in a program structure that includes: chores, meals, bedtime, quiet time, study time, meetings, and participation in planned activities and outings. Relief Youth Counselors also need to spend time discussing issues with youth to assist and support them in their emotional processing, encourage adaptive positive coping skill-building, and solidify/set limits. Also in the overnight position, Relief Youth Counselors are required to conduct and document 20-minute bed checks to ensure all youth are safe. Assisting youth with wake-up calls in the morning and helping them start their day off in a positive manner, are part of the responsibilities of this staff. In addition to working with the youth, Relief Youth Counselors are also responsible for understanding and handling intake processes and procedures accurately, as well as submitting required documentation in a timely manner. Having some computer knowledge and being able to navigate the electronic health record is essential to the role. Working as part of a team and possessing good communication skills, both verbal and written; and representing Hale Kipa in a professional manner when working with collaterals, parents/guardians, and youth are imperative to the Relief Youth Counselor position. Schedule: Relief Youth Counselors are on call and work is not regular. Work is dependent on shift availability and the availability of the Relief Youth Counselor. Available shifts include: Day shift: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm Swing shifts: 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm Overnight Awake shift: 10:30 pm - 8:00 am Qualifications High School diploma or GED required. At least 2 years of experience or training in working with at-risk, vulnerable youth or those who have been abused or neglected is highly preferred Requirements A valid driver's license Ability to drive the agency van for transporting youth to outings/appointments An EEO Employer
    $32k-37k yearly est. 16d ago
  • School Based Military Family Life Counselor

    Health Readiness Resources, LLC

    Substance abuse counselor job in Urban Honolulu, HI

    Hawaii School Military Family Life Counselor Job Description (MUST BE LICENSED IN THE STATE OF HAWAII): Join our global force of military school counselors! Health Readiness Resources is looking for a School Counselor to support the Military Family Life Counseling Program. A career of purpose-serving our nation's military children and families-is open for you, an empathetic, supportive, and motivational licensed therapist who can proactively help military children overcome common challenges such as a deployment of a parent, frequent relocation, and emotional management. Health Readiness Resources partners with the Department of Defense's (DoD's) Military and Family Life Counseling (MFLC) Program to provide highly confidential counseling services and support to military service members and their families. Non-medical counseling is preventive in nature and aims to address and solve issues before they become more harmful problems. Many people like you, who have behavioral or mental health experience, are finding satisfaction in the non-medical counseling profession. Your education and experience can more effectively help people navigate life's challenges when you're not spending long hours completing billing and documentation, filing paperwork, or sitting at a desk all day. The MFLC model emphasizes simple and NO CLINICAL DOCUMENTATION!! • No insurance to file • No progress notes • No treatment plans • No medication management • No worrying about state audits etc. Along with job satisfaction, you will be a part of the force of counseling excellence that makes a meaningful difference for U.S. Service Members and their families! Counselors play a vital role in helping service members and their families with the support services they truly need. Military school children face unique emotional and environmental challenges due to the stress of military life. This is an opportunity for you to reach them where and when you are most needed: • Support children, classrooms and parents with management and engagement strategies, reminders of appropriate developmental focus, and educational activities. • Promote creativity and positivity through approved materials and tools. • Give presentations that build skills and problem-solving capabilities. • Build rapport with parents and families by attending events and creating education and awareness about the importance of counseling services. • Help military spouses balance military life, careers, education, and parenting. Become an integral part of the military educational leadership community that shapes our nation's future. Many MFLCs receive military honors and awards as a gesture of appreciation for the value they bring! Counseling services are generally preventive in nature and address topics such as living conditions, life skills, relationships at home and work, stress management, adjustment issues, marital problems, parenting, fear, grief, loss and much more. Our counselors use their clinical skills and experience to identify high risk behaviors and assist in referral for ongoing treatment and support. Responsibilities include: • Face-to-face counseling to military service members and their families (Individual, Couples, Family, and Children). • Visibility in assigned school, supporting military-connected students, parents, and staff. • Recommending appropriate referrals and handoffs based on your experienced differential clinical skills to military and community resources according to the needs of military service members and their families. • Developing and/or using approved counseling, training and education programs and materials. • Communicating information regarding trends and issues at assigned school to Team Leads. • Participating in regular in-service training or other contract activities as assigned. • Participating in after-school events. Minimum Requirements: • A Master's degree or higher in the Behavioral Health Professions (MS/MSW/MA/PhD) • Licensure to practice at the independent practice level (LCSW, LMFT, MHC, MFT, LPCC, Psychologist) in the state of Hawaii • Must be a U.S. citizen. • Must be able to pass a basic background check for employment, a Child National Agency Check, and Inquiries (CNACI) clearance, commonly called a Public Trust clearance. While helping America's bravest and their families, MFLC counselors also benefit from: • Free work-related professional development courses. • iPad provided for easy digital reporting, with no PII or PHI. • Reimbursement for job-related license renewal fees. • Flexible 40-hour work weeks. • Paid federal holidays. The Health Readiness Resources Difference for Counselors: • Enjoy centralized support through a Counseling Center of Excellence that provides best practices, expert speakers, state-of-the-art resources, and evidence-based research that allow MFLC counselors to spend less time on administration and more time with their participants. • Partnerships with the military, United States government and academic institutions allow you to work on new and emerging trends such as public health-based intervention models and optimization of the behavioral healthcare continuum. Pay Range: Pay Range $ 68,000- $106,000 The Health Readiness Resources pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. Powered by JazzHR 7JmtctQPOq
    $37k-46k yearly est. 13d ago
  • Social Service Assistant V (DL) - Kaunakakai, Molokai

    Hawaii State Judiciary

    Substance abuse counselor job in Urban Honolulu, HI

    Recruitment Number 25-240LM, Social Service Assistant V (DL), SR-13, Molokai. Note: These positions require a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle.Determines continued eligibility; makes referrals to standard community resources and/or professional staff; and performs other related duties as assigned.Education Requirement: Graduation from high school. Experience of the type described below or work experience requiring the ability to read, comprehend, and apply written directions, or a high degree of verbal skill may be substituted for lack of high school education. Specialized Experience Requirement: Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in providing supportive services to social workers, vocational rehabilitation specialists, public housing managers, or other professional workers in such programs as public welfare, family court, vocational rehabilitation, and public housing; e.g., performing clerical tasks in processing various documents, transporting clients and materials to and from various destinations, explaining to clients or tenants the services available, assisting in overseeing group activities such as bowling and swimming. Substitutions Allowed: 1. Training received at an accredited college or university may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of three (3) years. 2. Satisfactory completion of a social service aid and assistant curriculum at an accredited community college, technical school, or junior college which resulted in a Certificate of Achievement or Associate of Science or related degree may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years. Selective Certification Requirement - Driver's License: This position requires a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle. Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Requirement (28 CFR 115.17, 115.117, 115.217 and 115.317): For some positions, applicants may have contact with detainees in juvenile facilities and lockups, with inmates detained in a prison or jail, or with residents of community confinement facilities. In accordance with the Federal PREA Law, the Hawaii State Judiciary shall not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with detainees in juvenile facilities and lockups, with inmates detained in a prison or jail, or with residents of community confinement facilities who: a. Has engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution; b. 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; c. Has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in b above; or d. 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. Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to *****************************, or mailed to the following address: Hawaii State Judiciary, Human Resources Department, 426 Queen Street, First Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813. Education: If you are using education as a substitution for experience, you must submit a copy of your transcript(s) or diploma(s) at the time of application. If you are selected for a position, we will request an official transcript (not a copy) at a later date. The official transcript must indicate completion of the training and/or the awarding of the appropriate degree.
    $32k-41k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Crisis Worker Training Opportunity - Sex Abuse Treatment Ctr

    Hawaii Pacific Health 3.8company rating

    Substance abuse counselor job in Urban Honolulu, HI

    The Hawai'i Pacific Health Research Institute (HPHRI) is dedicated to expanding our knowledge and investigation of the most advanced methods of health prevention in Hawai'i. HPHRI researchers conduct more than 200 clinical trials within the Hawai'i Pacific Health network of hospitals - Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children, Pali Momi Medical Center, Straub Medical Center and Wilcox Medical Center. The Institute oversees an impressive array of research projects, covering areas such as oncology, cardiology, emergency medicine and neonatology. It manages a multi-million dollar budget and a dedicated staff that includes more than 25 clinical research coordinators and up to 75 physicians. Our studies assure patient safety in all aspects of research as they break new ground in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. The Sex Abuse Treatment Center (SATC) of the Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children is a statewide program established in 1976 in response to the community's concern over the absence of medical, psychological and legal support services for victims and the absence of police reporting. Today it is recognized for its leadership and expertise in providing treatment services for survivors of sexual assault, preventing sexual violence and effecting change through public policy, awareness and education. Our mission is to support the emotional healing process of those sexually assaulted in Hawai'i, to increase community awareness about their needs and to reduce the incidence of all forms of sexual assault. Through research and education we also aim to improve clinical practices. By promoting and engaging in public policy we are changing public perceptions of sexual violence, overcoming barriers to treatment and prevention, and ensuring effective criminal justice practices. As a Crisis Worker Trainee, you will go through a comprehensive training program made up of both didactic and on the job training to prepare you for the role of Crisis Worker for the Sex Abuse Treatment Center (SATC). Crisis Workers provide compassionate, front-line intervention and support services to adults and youth who have been sexually assaulted. This includes providing crisis support to sexual assault victims and their families both in person and over the phone; assisting individuals with reporting to the police if appropriate; and coordinating the acute forensic examination. Crisis Workers team with SATC physicians in the provision of medical-legal services which address the medical concerns of survivors following victimization and includes the collection and preservation of medical-legal evidence. Upon successful completion of the training program, trainees will transition into the Crisis Worker position and become an important part of a system of care for victims. If you have strong interpersonal skills, an empathic personality, and believe in the mission of the Sex Abuse Treatment Center, we encourage you to apply! Location: Harbor Court Work Schedule: Rotating - 8 Hours Work Type: Per Diem FTE: 0.475000 Bargaining Unit: Non-Bargaining Exempt: No Req ID 31806 Pay Range: 17.75 - 17.75 USD per hour Category: Internship Minimum Qualifications: High School or equivalent. Valid driver's license and current Hawai'i auto insurance. Preferred Qualifications: Associate's degree in Social Science or related field. Counseling experience. EOE/AA/Disabled/Vets EOE/AA/Disabled/Vets Hawai'i Pacific Health offers a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that includes pay and benefits. Rate of pay for selected candidates will be determined by various factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, relevant experience and training, as well as internal peer equity.
    $29k-34k yearly est. 33d ago
  • School Based Military Family Life Counselor

    Health Readiness Resources

    Substance abuse counselor job in Urban Honolulu, HI

    Hawaii School Military Family Life Counselor Job Description (MUST BE LICENSED IN THE STATE OF HAWAII): Join our global force of military school counselors! Health Readiness Resources is looking for a School Counselor to support the Military Family Life Counseling Program. A career of purpose-serving our nation's military children and families-is open for you, an empathetic, supportive, and motivational licensed therapist who can proactively help military children overcome common challenges such as a deployment of a parent, frequent relocation, and emotional management. Health Readiness Resources partners with the Department of Defense's (DoD's) Military and Family Life Counseling (MFLC) Program to provide highly confidential counseling services and support to military service members and their families. Non-medical counseling is preventive in nature and aims to address and solve issues before they become more harmful problems. Many people like you, who have behavioral or mental health experience, are finding satisfaction in the non-medical counseling profession. Your education and experience can more effectively help people navigate life's challenges when you're not spending long hours completing billing and documentation, filing paperwork, or sitting at a desk all day. The MFLC model emphasizes simple and NO CLINICAL DOCUMENTATION!! • No insurance to file • No progress notes • No treatment plans • No medication management • No worrying about state audits etc. Along with job satisfaction, you will be a part of the force of counseling excellence that makes a meaningful difference for U.S. Service Members and their families! Counselors play a vital role in helping service members and their families with the support services they truly need. Military school children face unique emotional and environmental challenges due to the stress of military life. This is an opportunity for you to reach them where and when you are most needed: • Support children, classrooms and parents with management and engagement strategies, reminders of appropriate developmental focus, and educational activities. • Promote creativity and positivity through approved materials and tools. • Give presentations that build skills and problem-solving capabilities. • Build rapport with parents and families by attending events and creating education and awareness about the importance of counseling services. • Help military spouses balance military life, careers, education, and parenting. Become an integral part of the military educational leadership community that shapes our nation's future. Many MFLCs receive military honors and awards as a gesture of appreciation for the value they bring! Counseling services are generally preventive in nature and address topics such as living conditions, life skills, relationships at home and work, stress management, adjustment issues, marital problems, parenting, fear, grief, loss and much more. Our counselors use their clinical skills and experience to identify high risk behaviors and assist in referral for ongoing treatment and support. Responsibilities include: • Face-to-face counseling to military service members and their families (Individual, Couples, Family, and Children). • Visibility in assigned school, supporting military-connected students, parents, and staff. • Recommending appropriate referrals and handoffs based on your experienced differential clinical skills to military and community resources according to the needs of military service members and their families. • Developing and/or using approved counseling, training and education programs and materials. • Communicating information regarding trends and issues at assigned school to Team Leads. • Participating in regular in-service training or other contract activities as assigned. • Participating in after-school events. Minimum Requirements: • A Master's degree or higher in the Behavioral Health Professions (MS/MSW/MA/PhD) • Licensure to practice at the independent practice level (LCSW, LMFT, MHC, MFT, LPCC, Psychologist) in the state of Hawaii • Must be a U.S. citizen. • Must be able to pass a basic background check for employment, a Child National Agency Check, and Inquiries (CNACI) clearance, commonly called a Public Trust clearance. While helping America's bravest and their families, MFLC counselors also benefit from: • Free work-related professional development courses. • iPad provided for easy digital reporting, with no PII or PHI. • Reimbursement for job-related license renewal fees. • Flexible 40-hour work weeks. • Paid federal holidays. The Health Readiness Resources Difference for Counselors: • Enjoy centralized support through a Counseling Center of Excellence that provides best practices, expert speakers, state-of-the-art resources, and evidence-based research that allow MFLC counselors to spend less time on administration and more time with their participants. • Partnerships with the military, United States government and academic institutions allow you to work on new and emerging trends such as public health-based intervention models and optimization of the behavioral healthcare continuum. Pay Range: Pay Range $ 68,000- $106,000 The Health Readiness Resources pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
    $37k-46k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago

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The average substance abuse counselor in Urban Honolulu, HI earns between $38,000 and $55,000 annually. This compares to the national average substance abuse counselor range of $27,000 to $67,000.

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