State of Hawaiʻi
SOCIAL WORKER II, III AND IV - (CHILD WELFARE SERVICES) - STATEWIDE (WIKIWIKI)
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SOCIAL WORKER II, III AND IV - (CHILD WELFARE SERVICES) - STATEWIDE (WIKIWIKI)
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Duties Summary Social Workers seek to improve the overall quality of life of people within the context of their environment through the remediation and prevention of their problems, and by improving accessibility, accountability and coordination of service delivery among a variety of professionals and/or agencies tasked with providing appropriate services to clients. These professionals come from a variety of interdisciplinary bases, establish working relationships of mutual respect and trust with the clientele served, and utilize a variety of helping interventions to enable these clients to function as effectively as possible.
These positions are located in the Child Welfare Services Branch (CWSB) of the Department of Human Services. The CWSB provides services for child protection, foster care, adoption, independent living skills, case management, foster home recruitment and licensing, and contracted support and treatment services to prevent and remedy abuse and neglect.
Minimum Qualification Requirements Applicants will be placed on the eligible register for ALL levels for which they are qualified.
Legal Authorization To Work : The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
Basic Education : In accordance with Act 238, SLH 2005, applicants must possess a bachelor\'s or master\'s degree in social work from a program of study accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, or a doctoral degree in social work from a college or university accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, or a comparable regional accreditation body.
Specialized Experience : No experience required for Level II; one year for Level III; two years of progressively responsible professional work experience in helping individuals and families identify problems, cope with conditions, and function effectively within their environments.
Note : Applicants who will graduate within three months, and will meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements upon graduation, will be accepted for examination. If you are graduating within three months with a Bachelor of Social Work degree or applicable Master\'s degree, please submit a copy of your official transcript of coursework completed thus far and a letter from your department head or registrar verifying your current enrollment, your expected graduation date, and major with your application.
Driver\'s License : A valid driver\'s license is required for some positions. For these positions, a valid driver\'s license is required at the time of appointment.
The information above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please refer to the state job posting.
Salary Information
SW II
— General SW positions within CWS: $4,925 per month (SR-18, Step D)
SW II
— Assessment: $5,110 per month (SR-18, Step D)
SW II
— Geographical: $5,110 per month (SR-18, Step D)
SW II
— Assessment and Geographical: $5,295 per month (SR-18, Step D)
SW III
— General SW positions within CWS: $5,319 to $6,201 per month (SR-20, Step D to I)
SW III
— Assessment: $5,519 to $6,291 per month (SR-20, Step D to I)
SW III
— Geographical: $5,519 to $6,291 per month (SR-20, Step D to I)
SW III
— Assessment and Geographical: $5,719 to 6,381 per month (SR-20, Step D to I)
SW IV
— General SW positions within CWS: $5,860 to $6,753 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)
SW IV
— Assessment: $6,060 to $6,841 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)
SW IV
— Geographical: $6,060 to $6,841 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)
SW IV
— Assessment and Geographical: $6,260 to $6,931 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)
Geographical shortage includes positions in the following locations:
West Hawaii CWS Section
Maui CWS Section
Oahu CWS Section 4
Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant\'s qualifications, and other relevant factors.
This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the Civil Service Hawaii State Government Jobs page of our website.
Other Information PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please visit the federal student aid site.
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications. Please ensure that the email address you provide is current and accessible. We will not be responsible for missed notifications if you fail to check your email.
TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation of your education and experience. In-person interviews and/or further testing may be required in Hawaii at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants should be available to participate in person and at their own expense if required.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. The referral of qualified applicants may be based on date of receipt and other factors.
The State of Hawai\'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing an application or testing, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.
For more information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, and reasonable accommodation, please refer to the State Recruiting Office guidelines.
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SOCIAL WORKER II, III AND IV - (CHILD WELFARE SERVICES) - STATEWIDE (WIKIWIKI)
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State of Hawaiʻi
Duties Summary Social Workers seek to improve the overall quality of life of people within the context of their environment through the remediation and prevention of their problems, and by improving accessibility, accountability and coordination of service delivery among a variety of professionals and/or agencies tasked with providing appropriate services to clients. These professionals come from a variety of interdisciplinary bases, establish working relationships of mutual respect and trust with the clientele served, and utilize a variety of helping interventions to enable these clients to function as effectively as possible.
These positions are located in the Child Welfare Services Branch (CWSB) of the Department of Human Services. The CWSB provides services for child protection, foster care, adoption, independent living skills, case management, foster home recruitment and licensing, and contracted support and treatment services to prevent and remedy abuse and neglect.
Minimum Qualification Requirements Applicants will be placed on the eligible register for ALL levels for which they are qualified.
Legal Authorization To Work : The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
Basic Education : In accordance with Act 238, SLH 2005, applicants must possess a bachelor\'s or master\'s degree in social work from a program of study accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, or a doctoral degree in social work from a college or university accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, or a comparable regional accreditation body.
Specialized Experience : No experience required for Level II; one year for Level III; two years of progressively responsible professional work experience in helping individuals and families identify problems, cope with conditions, and function effectively within their environments.
Note : Applicants who will graduate within three months, and will meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements upon graduation, will be accepted for examination. If you are graduating within three months with a Bachelor of Social Work degree or applicable Master\'s degree, please submit a copy of your official transcript of coursework completed thus far and a letter from your department head or registrar verifying your current enrollment, your expected graduation date, and major with your application.
Driver\'s License : A valid driver\'s license is required for some positions. For these positions, a valid driver\'s license is required at the time of appointment.
The information above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please refer to the state job posting.
Salary Information
SW II
— General SW positions within CWS: $4,925 per month (SR-18, Step D)
SW II
— Assessment: $5,110 per month (SR-18, Step D)
SW II
— Geographical: $5,110 per month (SR-18, Step D)
SW II
— Assessment and Geographical: $5,295 per month (SR-18, Step D)
SW III
— General SW positions within CWS: $5,319 to $6,201 per month (SR-20, Step D to I)
SW III
— Assessment: $5,519 to $6,291 per month (SR-20, Step D to I)
SW III
— Geographical: $5,519 to $6,291 per month (SR-20, Step D to I)
SW III
— Assessment and Geographical: $5,719 to 6,381 per month (SR-20, Step D to I)
SW IV
— General SW positions within CWS: $5,860 to $6,753 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)
SW IV
— Assessment: $6,060 to $6,841 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)
SW IV
— Geographical: $6,060 to $6,841 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)
SW IV
— Assessment and Geographical: $6,260 to $6,931 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)
Geographical shortage includes positions in the following locations:
West Hawaii CWS Section
Maui CWS Section
Oahu CWS Section 4
Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant\'s qualifications, and other relevant factors.
This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the Civil Service Hawaii State Government Jobs page of our website.
Other Information PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please visit the federal student aid site.
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications. Please ensure that the email address you provide is current and accessible. We will not be responsible for missed notifications if you fail to check your email.
TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation of your education and experience. In-person interviews and/or further testing may be required in Hawaii at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants should be available to participate in person and at their own expense if required.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. The referral of qualified applicants may be based on date of receipt and other factors.
The State of Hawai\'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing an application or testing, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.
For more information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, and reasonable accommodation, please refer to the State Recruiting Office guidelines.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Other
Job function
Other
Industries
Government Administration
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