Aging and Disability Services Specialist I - SR-18

Job Title

Advanced Trainee

As an advanced trainee, receives increasingly complex cases while continuing to advance toward becoming an independent worker; engages in community outreach and resource database development; engages in direct service that may require ongoing intervention and assistance; and performs other related duties as required. There is one (1) immediate temporary full-time vacancy not-to-exceed June 30, 2028 with the Office of Aging - Access Division in Hilo.

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

• Participates in cases that may include those with a variety of psychosocial, physical, mental, and environmental issues and may involve families in which discord exists.
• Works with interdisciplinary team members to ensure effective case coordination.
• Refers to established policies and procedures, casework methods and techniques, and independent judgment to address more routine aspects of casework.
• Participates in health fairs and other public events island-wide to increase public knowledge of the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) and services available; distributes ADRC promotional materials.
• Provides information to the public regarding aging and disability issues and available community services and resources.
• Participates in the development of a resource database; reviews data to maintain the accuracy and currency of information; ensures accessibility to the public and to persons with disabilities.
• Assists in organizing appropriate committee meetings, community public relations and educational events; prepares informational brochures and electronic presentations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Training and

Experience:

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application), and
• One (1) year of professional work experience which involved case management or support planning in social services, health, or education.

License Requirement:
Possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class
3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire).

Note:

Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an official transcript or credential evaluation to determine U.S. equivalency. (Scan and attach a copy of your official transcript or credential evaluation to your application). Examination:
All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application. Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score.

It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week. Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

Note:

In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.

Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of behavioral sciences, aging, and disability; research, evaluation, and interviewing methods and techniques; report writing; community organizations and resources pertaining to older adults and persons with disabilities; and casework methods and techniques such as assessment and diagnosis that are used to evaluate and provide treatment. Ability to:
Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the agency's programs; research, collect, analyze, and evaluate information; prepare reports of findings and identify alternative actions; provide case management services; establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse population and members of interdisciplinary teams; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and supervise the work of others.

Physical Requirements:

Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.…