Social Worker I (PO/DL) - Hilo, Hawaii

About the role

Position: Social Worker I (PO/DL), SR-16, Hilo, Hawaii. Working as a Social Worker with the Judiciary provides you with opportunities to contribute to public welfare and safety. The Judiciary employs social workers in various programs throughout the courts. Duties are program-specific and can be diverse, as are the clients, creating an opportunity to develop and practice a broad range of skills. Our social work professionals are committed to enhancing the profession by utilizing evidence-based practices informed by current research to promote client behavioral changes and improve outcomes. The Judiciary may be an excellent choice for those who embrace collaborative casework and seek opportunities to be part of the solution to complex social issues. Depending on your education and experience, you might also qualify for Social Worker II (SR-18), III (SR-20), or IV (SR-22) positions in Hilo, Hawaii.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of juvenile law violators, adult law violators, defendants conditionally released from the Hawaii State Hospital, or juvenile status offenders
• Conducting child custody/visitation evaluations
• Assisting protection order petitioners
• Assisting in child welfare services cases referred to the Family Court
• Working with juveniles temporarily detained
• Engagement of family and community in juvenile cases
• Addressing issues such as substance abuse, mental health, domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, child abuse and neglect, trauma, disputed child custody/visitation, victim restitution, and others
• Performing simple social work tasks in accordance with defined policies and procedures and specific supervisory instructions; preparing case records and reports; and performing other duties as required (Social Worker I level)

Requirements

• Education: Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with a bachelor’s degree that includes a minimum of twelve (12) semester credit hours in courses such as social work, social welfare, criminal justice, human services, counseling, psychology, sociology, or other related social sciences.
• Experience substitution: Equivalent responsible administrative, professional, or analytical work experience may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis for the education requirement, provided it demonstrates comparable knowledge and abilities, including the ability to write clear and comprehensive reports, read and interpret complex written material, and solve complex problems logically and systematically.
• Specialized experience: Progressively responsible professional social work experience involving utilization of a variety of social work skills and exercising professional judgement in assisting individuals and families with identifying problems, evaluating situations, considering resources and alternative courses of action; conducting assessments; developing and implementing treatment plans; working cooperatively with other professionals, community agencies or institutions in an interdisciplinary team; and evaluating client progress and adjusting plans as appropriate.
• Selective certification: Possession of a current and valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle.
• PREA requirement: Applicants must