Mental Health Specialist - Lihue, Kauai

Overview

Recruitment Number 24-0340. Salary: $6,043 to $7,351 per month (SR-24, Step D to I).

Note:

Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors. A 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.

Positions in this class provide mental health clinical services to consumers, usually diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI), in settings such as community mental health centers, hospitals, institutional facilities, or other public health settings. Work is typically performed as part of an interdisciplinary team including psychiatrists, APRN, clinical psychologists, social workers, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, and/or mental health counselors.

The work includes mental health assessments; eligibility determinations; diagnoses and treatment including psychotherapy or psychotherapeutic techniques; crisis intervention; consumer-centered advocacy; consultation; and evaluation. Work typically falls within Clinical Social Work Practice, Marriage and Family Therapy Practice, and Mental Health Counseling Practice.

• Provide mental health clinical services to individuals, couples, families, and/or groups with mental illness(es).
• Conduct mental health assessments, determine current level of functioning, and identify strengths and needs.
• Develop and implement treatment plans, including clinical diagnoses and provision of mental health services.
• Deliver crisis intervention and related services as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Engage in consumer-centered advocacy, consultation, and evaluation to support effective care.

• LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK REQUIREMENT: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State to 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-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of twelve (12) semester credit hours in psychology, social work, or other related social/behavior science.
• General
  
  Experience:
  
  One and one-half (1-1/2) years of responsible professional work experience requiring analytical skills, including gathering, evaluating, and analyzing information to resolve problems; ability to elicit information orally and in writing; reading, interpreting technical subjects; applying problem-solving methods; and preparing clear written reports and recommendations.
• Specialized
  
  Experience:
  
  Two (2) years of professional experience providing mental health clinical services to individuals, couples, families, and/or groups with mental illness(es); experience includes mental health assessments, development of treatment plans, clinical diagnoses, and services to consumers with a wide range of psychiatric and psychosocial problems.
• Substitution Allowed: Substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualifications Requirements apply.

• The information above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the requirements in their entirety, please click the provided link.
• The State of Hawaiʻi complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations, please call  for assistance.
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• ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS: HRD will use email to notify applicants of status and processing updates. Ensure your contact information is current.
• TESTING INFORMATION: The examination may be unassembled, with scores based on education and experience. In-person interviews and/or further testing may be required in Hawaii, with applicants responsible for travel if required.
• EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) & Other Requirements: Further information is available via the provided link in the original posting.