Social Worker III - Honolulu, Oahu
Hawai`i State Judiciary, Honolulu, HI, United States
Overview
Position Specific Description, Recruitment Number 25-140TY, Social Worker III, SR-20, Honolulu, Oahu. 25-138TY, Social Worker I, Honolulu, SR-16; 25-139TY, Social Worker II, Honolulu, SR-18; 25-141TY, Social Worker IV, Honolulu, SR-22. Working as a Social Worker with the Judiciary provides opportunities to contribute to public welfare and safety. The Judiciary employs social workers in various programs throughout the courts. Duties are program-specific and can be diverse, as are the clients, creating an opportunity to develop and practice a broad range of skills. Our social work professionals are committed to enhancing the profession by utilizing evidence-based practices informed by current research to promote client behavioral changes and improve outcomes. The Judiciary may be an excellent choice for those who embrace collaborative casework and seek opportunities to be part of the solution to complex social issues.
Responsibilities
Work in court programs with a variety of clients and issues (e.g., supervision of juvenile law violators, adult law violators, defendants conditionally released from state hospital, juvenile status offenders).
Conduct child custody/visitation evaluations; assist protection order petitioners; assist in child welfare services cases referred to Family Court; engage juveniles detained; engage family and community in juvenile cases.
Address issues such as substance abuse, mental health, domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, child abuse and neglect, trauma, disputed custody/visitation, victim restitution, and related matters.
Provide direct casework and related services for the full range of cases within the department
social work program; analyze client situations and determine appropriate courses of action; prepare case records and reports; perform related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree including at least twelve (12) semester credit hours in social work, social welfare, criminal justice, human services, counseling, psychology, sociology, or related social sciences.
Excess work experience or other responsible administrative, professional, or analytical work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the bachelor’s degree, provided it demonstrates ability to write clear reports, interpret complex material, and solve complex problems.
Specialized Experience:
One and one-half (1-1/2) years of progressively responsible professional social work experience involving assessment, planning, and inter-disciplinary collaboration to assist individuals and families.
Substitution and Experience
A bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Criminal Justice Administration qualifies for Social Worker II or six months of experience.
A master’s degree in Social Work or Criminal Justice Administration qualifies for Social Worker III or one and a half years of experience.
A Ph.D. in Social Work or Criminal Justice Administration qualifies for Social Worker IV or two and a half years of experience.
Non-qualifying experience: experiences not providing professional social work concepts, methods, and supervision will not be counted as qualifying.
Certifications and Requirements
Selective Certification Requirements:
Driver's License: Some positions require a valid driver’s license.
Firearms: Some positions require qualification to possess firearms or ammunition, per state and federal laws.
Probation Officer Position: Most positions involve probation supervision with collaborative casework among clients with mental health needs, family conflicts, or serious behavioral histories.
Notes
Any additional information relevant to the role may be attached to your online application or provided through official channels. This section excludes application-process content not directly describing duties, qualifications, or benefits.
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Position Specific Description, Recruitment Number 25-140TY, Social Worker III, SR-20, Honolulu, Oahu. 25-138TY, Social Worker I, Honolulu, SR-16; 25-139TY, Social Worker II, Honolulu, SR-18; 25-141TY, Social Worker IV, Honolulu, SR-22. Working as a Social Worker with the Judiciary provides opportunities to contribute to public welfare and safety. The Judiciary employs social workers in various programs throughout the courts. Duties are program-specific and can be diverse, as are the clients, creating an opportunity to develop and practice a broad range of skills. Our social work professionals are committed to enhancing the profession by utilizing evidence-based practices informed by current research to promote client behavioral changes and improve outcomes. The Judiciary may be an excellent choice for those who embrace collaborative casework and seek opportunities to be part of the solution to complex social issues.
Responsibilities
Work in court programs with a variety of clients and issues (e.g., supervision of juvenile law violators, adult law violators, defendants conditionally released from state hospital, juvenile status offenders).
Conduct child custody/visitation evaluations; assist protection order petitioners; assist in child welfare services cases referred to Family Court; engage juveniles detained; engage family and community in juvenile cases.
Address issues such as substance abuse, mental health, domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, child abuse and neglect, trauma, disputed custody/visitation, victim restitution, and related matters.
Provide direct casework and related services for the full range of cases within the department
social work program; analyze client situations and determine appropriate courses of action; prepare case records and reports; perform related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree including at least twelve (12) semester credit hours in social work, social welfare, criminal justice, human services, counseling, psychology, sociology, or related social sciences.
Excess work experience or other responsible administrative, professional, or analytical work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the bachelor’s degree, provided it demonstrates ability to write clear reports, interpret complex material, and solve complex problems.
Specialized Experience:
One and one-half (1-1/2) years of progressively responsible professional social work experience involving assessment, planning, and inter-disciplinary collaboration to assist individuals and families.
Substitution and Experience
A bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Criminal Justice Administration qualifies for Social Worker II or six months of experience.
A master’s degree in Social Work or Criminal Justice Administration qualifies for Social Worker III or one and a half years of experience.
A Ph.D. in Social Work or Criminal Justice Administration qualifies for Social Worker IV or two and a half years of experience.
Non-qualifying experience: experiences not providing professional social work concepts, methods, and supervision will not be counted as qualifying.
Certifications and Requirements
Selective Certification Requirements:
Driver's License: Some positions require a valid driver’s license.
Firearms: Some positions require qualification to possess firearms or ammunition, per state and federal laws.
Probation Officer Position: Most positions involve probation supervision with collaborative casework among clients with mental health needs, family conflicts, or serious behavioral histories.
Notes
Any additional information relevant to the role may be attached to your online application or provided through official channels. This section excludes application-process content not directly describing duties, qualifications, or benefits.
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