Community Service Worker III - SR-11

Job Title

Supervisor, Elderly Activities

Job Description

Supervises and participates in information, referral, outreach, and other support services to the elderly and other designated target groups or independently provides information, referral, outreach, and other support services to the elderly and other designated target groups at assigned geographical sites without any direct supervision; and performs other related duties as required. There are nine (9) immediate vacancies with the Department of Parks and Recreation - Elderly Activities Division. May be eligible to receive a $2000 Recruitment Incentive. Conditions apply.

One (1) permanent part-time vacancy in Laupahoehoe

Two (2) permanent full-time vacancies in Kailua-Kona

One (1) permanent part-time vacancy in Kailua-Kona

One (1) permanent part-time vacancy in Ka'u/Na'alehu

One (1) permanent part-time vacancy in Ka'u/Oceanview

Two (2) permanent part-time vacancies in Kealakekua/Captain Cook

One (1) permanent part-time vacancy in Papa'aloa

One (1) permanent part-time vacancy in Puna.

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Salary will be pro-rated for part-time positions. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

• Graduation from high school, and
• Two (2) years of experience which shall have involved providing information, referral, and outreach assistance to the elderly (persons 55+ years of age) and other target groups, and
• 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: Possession of a current American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED certification or other current equivalent certificates is required, prior to completion of probation. 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: pertinent functions of County, State, and Federal agencies; community resources and their utilization; interviewing techniques; public relations; basic skills in reading, writing, and speaking; and report writing; and basic arithmetic. Ability to: communicate with clients; relate well to people of all ethnic and socio-economic groups; establish and maintain effective relationships with program participants, co-workers, and community resource persons; organize and instruct recreational and informational activities; understand and interpret Federal regulations; understand and explain written materials; work independently with minimal supervision; and supervise and review 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. Physical Effort Grouping: Light Benefits of County Employment: The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

Benefits

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
• Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire up to 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire up to 21 days per year.
• Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
• Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
• County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
• Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
• Deferred Compensation: Eligible employees may participate in the Island Savings Plan (a deferred compensation plan as provided under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code.) This is a voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan that allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions into a variety of investment options.
• Flexible Spending Plan: Eligible employees can use pre-tax dollars to pay for their portion of insurance premiums, qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses.
• Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai'i offers the following health benefit plans for eligible employees:
• Medical Plan (HMO or PPO)
• Vision Plan
• Dental Plan
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): The County offers a voluntary assistance program which provides its employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
• Group Life Insurance: The County provides a free life insurance policy for active employees.
• Credit Union Membership
• Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, such as: Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Victims Protection Leave, Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, Donor Leave, and Jury Duty.

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining.

Supplemental Information

Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required:

• An official college transcript,
• A valid driver's license,
• A temporary assignment verification,
• Professional licenses, and/or
• Certificates.

Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the on-line application.

PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

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