What are the responsibilities and job description for the MENTAL HEALTH VOLUNTEER SERVICES SPECIALIST - HAWAII STATE HOSPITAL - KANEOHE, OAHU position at State of Hawai'i?
Recruitment Number 25-0060
This vacancy is with the Department of Health.
THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 30 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
Salary: $5,258 to $6,399 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)
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 State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.This position is responsible for planning, promoting and coordinating volunteer services in a major mental health institution and, as requested, providing advice and consultation to others in the department, as well as other agencies (e.g., State Volunteer Services of the Governor's Office, various institutional and health care programs and activities, and the private sector) on matters relating to volunteerism. The work involves assessing, recruiting, evaluating and upgrading volunteer services for the assigned program area(s); representing the assigned program area(s) at staff orientations and meetings; drafting legislations and policies and procedures relating to volunteerism; securing contributions, determining specific needs and distributing contributions to organizational units within the institution, department and other State agencies; serving as public relations coordinator and conducting educational and informational services for public and private agencies; and performs other duties as assigned. To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:
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.
Education:
Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor's degree.
General Experience:
Two (2) years of responsible professional experience which provided knowledge of principles of human behavior and motivation and techniques of dealing effectively with people in groups and/or individually, and which demonstrated the ability to learn and apply rules, regulations and/or other guidelines; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; and plan, organize and carry out assigned activities independently.
Specialized Experience:
One (1) year of progressively responsible professional work experience which involved planning, promoting and coordinating volunteer health services in an institution or health center, and which included orienting and training volunteers and evaluating their services and developing programs of public information on volunteer activities as well as program goals, functions and needs.
Substitution Allowed:
Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualifications Requirements, will apply.
The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is 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 click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
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 as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.
Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.
TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.
In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.
CLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review.
This vacancy is with the Department of Health.
THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 30 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
Salary: $5,258 to $6,399 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)
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 State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.This position is responsible for planning, promoting and coordinating volunteer services in a major mental health institution and, as requested, providing advice and consultation to others in the department, as well as other agencies (e.g., State Volunteer Services of the Governor's Office, various institutional and health care programs and activities, and the private sector) on matters relating to volunteerism. The work involves assessing, recruiting, evaluating and upgrading volunteer services for the assigned program area(s); representing the assigned program area(s) at staff orientations and meetings; drafting legislations and policies and procedures relating to volunteerism; securing contributions, determining specific needs and distributing contributions to organizational units within the institution, department and other State agencies; serving as public relations coordinator and conducting educational and informational services for public and private agencies; and performs other duties as assigned. To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:
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.
Education:
Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor's degree.
General Experience:
Two (2) years of responsible professional experience which provided knowledge of principles of human behavior and motivation and techniques of dealing effectively with people in groups and/or individually, and which demonstrated the ability to learn and apply rules, regulations and/or other guidelines; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; and plan, organize and carry out assigned activities independently.
Specialized Experience:
One (1) year of progressively responsible professional work experience which involved planning, promoting and coordinating volunteer health services in an institution or health center, and which included orienting and training volunteers and evaluating their services and developing programs of public information on volunteer activities as well as program goals, functions and needs.
Substitution Allowed:
Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualifications Requirements, will apply.
The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.
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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 reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is 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 click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
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 as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.
Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.
TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.
In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.
CLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review.
Salary : $5,258 - $7,485
