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- Description
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Performs a variety of continuing counseling services, provides information, counsel, advice and assistance to victims and/or witnesses of criminal acts; acts as liaison between the victims and/or witnesses and the criminal justice system agencies; and performs other related duties as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics:These classes are distinguished by their responsibility for independently providing comprehensive counseling to victims and/or witnesses of criminal acts and to coordinate activities with other public and private agencies providing services.
Level I: This level is characterized by its responsibility for providing professional counseling services to victims and/or witnesses of criminal acts which generally involve the handling of moderately difficult cases. - Examples of Duties
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The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position and are consistent with the class concept.
- acts as liaison between the victims and/or witnesses and the criminal justice system agencies;
- contacts victims and/or witnesses to inform them of their rights and services available through the State Criminal Injuries Compensation Commission and other criminal justice system agencies;
- counsels the victims and/or witnesses as to their role in the prosecution and the role of the prosecutor;
- arranges witnesses’ schedules and testimony times;
- transports witnesses from the airport and court to their accommodations;
- acts as liaison between the prosecutor and the victims and/or witnesses;
- works with community organizations to establish possible groups to aid victims;
- establishes trust funds financed by the offenders, and solicits other sources of funds to service the victims;
- assists in the speedy return of property to the victims;
- counsels victims who have been traumatized by their experience;
- collects and compiles information concerning the cases;
- prepares correspondence;
- prepares case records, reports and other documents;
- performs other related duties as required.
- Minimum Qualification Requirements
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Training and Experience: (1) A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, psychology, or a related field and for:
Level I: two years of professional counseling experience in a program which provided social services, one year of which involved crisis counseling.License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license (Type 3).
Knowledge of: laws, rules and regulations relating to the State Criminal Injuries Compensation Commission; public and private community resources providing services and/or benefits relating to criminal justice programs; crisis counseling and social work techniques and methods; court procedures and the criminal justice system.
Ability to: collect, analyze, and evaluate facts; diagnose social and emotional problems and make sound decisions; utilize a wide variety of varying backgrounds; correctly apply the rules and regulations and other provisions of the law to the specific problem; understand and interpret a variety of benefits, services and rights; speak and write clearly; develop and maintain effective working relationship with victims and/or witnesses, public and private agency representatives.Health and Physical Condition:
Persons seeking appointment to positions in these classes must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.
Physical Effort Grouping: Light
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APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://mauicounty.gov
EXAMINATIONS ARE ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY
The above examination is being given on an open-competitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non-discrimination
Pre-Employment/Post-Offer Drug Screening Test: All applicants, who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a pre-employment/post-offer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or re-evaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui.
Personnel Services Email: [email protected]
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The County of Maui offers a generous benefit package, including the following:
Vacation
Eligible employees earn up to 21 days of vacation per year, with a maximum year-to-year carry over of 90 days. Eligibility to accrue vacation begins with the first work day.Sick Leave
Eligible employees accumulate up to 21 days of sick leave per year. Eligibility to accrue sick leave begins with the first work day, and there is no limitation on the amount of sick leave that may be accumulated.Retirement Plan
Eligible employees are required to join the State of Hawaii Employees Retirement System. This is a defined-benefit retirement plan. For additional information, please visit the ERS website at http://ers.ehawaii.gov/Health Benefit Plans
The County of Maui offers the following health benefit plans for eligible employees:- Medical Plan (HMO or PPO)
- Vision Plan
- Dental Plan
- Prescription Drug Plan
These benefits are administered by the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund, and contributions are payroll deducted.
Group Life Insurance
Group life insurance is provided at no cost to eligible employees.Holidays
The County observes 13 holidays per year (14 in an election year).Deferred Compensation Plan
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 supplemental retirement savings plan that allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions into a variety of investment options.Flex Spending Plan
Eligible employees can also participate in the County’s Flexible Spending plan, a way to set aside a portion of pay, before taxes, to pay for qualifying dependent care or medical expenses.Employee Assistance Program
The County also 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.Training
The County provides its employees with a variety of up-to-date training opportunities (i.e., computer application, professional seminars, heavy equipment operation, administrative & clerical skills, personal safety, etc.) to help them increase their knowledge, gain new skills, and to be more satisfied and effective in their jobs.Leave Sharing
The County’s leave sharing program allows employees to donate accumulated vacation leave credits to a qualified fellow employee who has a serious personal illness or injury.Note: Specific benefits and their associated premiums are subject to collective bargaining, and are subject to change. Benefits may vary for temporary, hourly, and half-time employees.
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Did you graduate from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, psychology, or a related field? **Note: YOU MUST ATTACH a copy of your degree stating field of study or a copy of an official college transcript.**02
Do you have at least two (2) years of professional counseling experience in a program which provided social services, one year of which involved crisis counseling? **NOTE: Please ensure your related work experience is listed on your application.**03
If yes, please indicate at which employer(s) did you gain this experience. (See “resume” is not acceptable.)* Required Question
