(CASUAL) Practicum Development Specialist

Description

*** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular Board of Regents (BOR) and Civil Service employees (i.e. paid holidays/leave). Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.

 

Title:                                (CASUAL) Practicum Development Specialist

Hiring Unit:                      College of Arts and Sciences/Psychology

Position:                           ***Casual Hire***

Location:                          UH Hilo

Date Posted:                     November 1, 2024

Closing Date:                    Continuous, first review date on or about November 13, 2024

Salary:                                $50.69/hr

Full time/Part time:            Part time  (up to 19 hrs/wk)

Temporary/Permanent:     Temporary

 

Other Conditions:   Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected begin November 2024 or soon thereafter.  

 Duties: 

1. Develop and establish practicum sites in community mental health and substance abuse treatment organizations, with a focus on neighboring islands (Oahu, Maui, and Kauai).
2. Build strong relationships with community partners, serving as the primary liaison to ensure practicum placements meet program goals and provide diverse training experiences.
3. In collaboration with the program director and program coordinator, assist students in securing practicum placements aligned with their academic and career goals, offering ongoing support throughout their placements.
4. Collaborate with faculty to refine the practicum component of the CSAC track and evaluate the effectiveness of placements, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards.
5. Coordinate training for community partners and students, staying updated on best practices in mental health and substance use disorder treatment to maintain relevant practicum experiences.
6. Conduct other duties as assigned.

 Minimum Qualifications:

1. A master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
2. Licensed or license-eligible as a counselor, psychologist, or social worker, with specialized training in substance use disorder treatment.
3. At least 2 years of experience in clinical training, practicum coordination, or related roles within mental health or substance abuse treatment settings.
4. Strong knowledge of substance use disorder treatment and Certified Substance Abuse Counseling (CSAC) in the State of Hawaii.
5. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships with community organizations and treatment providers.
6. Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple partnerships and student placements.

 

Desirable Qualifications:

1. Experience in practicum or internship coordination within a university or educational setting.
2. Knowledge of local community mental health and substance abuse treatment resources.
3. Experience in program development and evaluation, particularly in clinical training or practicum settings.
4. Familiarity with accreditation requirements related to practicum placements in counseling or psychology programs.

To Apply: 

Click on the “Apply” button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach each required document.  A complete application must include: 

 

1. Cover letter explaining how qualifications are met
2. Resume
3. Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references
4. Transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment).  

Please do not include any self-identifying photos.  Please redact references to Social Security number and birthdates on transcript copies.  All requested documents/information will become the property of the University.   All minimum qualifications must be met by the hire date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.

 

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Inquiries: Charmaine Higa McMillan; chiga@hawaii.edu 

Please refer to the (CASUAL) Practicum Development Specialist posting when making inquiries.

EEO/AA, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation, domestic or sexual violence victim status, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran.  For more information or inquiries regarding these policies, please refer to the following link: http://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/eeo-coordinators/.

 

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

 

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

 

In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.

 

Accommodation Request:  The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly.   Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.  For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/

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