Community Services Specialist Iii (Youth Services Center) (Sr-20)

Performs the full range of assignments in the provision of professional case management, counseling, guidance and other assistance services to program participants in various community services programs; and performs other related duties as required.
Current Vacancy:
There is one vacancy with the Department of Community Services, WorkHawaii Division. The position will be filled on a temporary (limited-term) basis with the possibility of extension. Under the general supervision of the Community Services Specialist IV (Youth Services Center), the primary purpose of the CSS III is to provide moderate to complex career and education services to clients enrolled in the Education Advancement & Career Development branch of the WorkHawaii Youth Program Office. This position works as part of a team to ensure the delivery of all 14 service elements of the WorkHawaii Youth Program.
Special Work Requirements: May be required to work weekends and evenings.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list. List may be used to fill current and/or future vacancies in this department.

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with specialization in psychology, social work, social sciences, or a related field. Work experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a Bachelor’s degree.

Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your education. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal to your application; Or mail a photocopy of your diploma and/or official transcript to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Two (2) years of progressively responsible professional (i.e., post-Bachelor's degree, non-clerical) employment service, counseling, social work, or related work experience.

Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of principles, methods, and techniques relative to educational, employment, and vocational guidance, counseling, and testing; youth guidance, counseling, and testing; educational, vocational, and related programs, services, and activities for youth; standard aptitude and proficiency testing; local labor market and vocational training programs; local community resources for those in need of supportive services; and report writing.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality, quantity, and/or recency of your education and experience. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.

EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation......................................100%

650 South King Street, 10th Floor
Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813