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Recruitment Number DHS 23-05
This position is with the State of Hawaii, Department of Human Services, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Hawaii Branch, located on Hawaii Island.
Salary: $3,708.00 – $5,493.00 per month (SR-16, Step C to M)
Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant’s qualifications and other relevant factors.
The Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist (VRS) I is a trainee level. The incumbent is expected to progress to the higher VRS levels as outlined in the VRS training plan.
The VRS I incumbents who perform or are authorized to perform, direct counseling services as specified in the State Plan for Vocational Rehabilitation Services must apply and be accepted into a master’s in rehabilitation counseling program accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The incumbent must progress to the VRS II level, after successful completion of half of the required coursework towards a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling accredited by CACREP. Applicants are expected to complete the second half of the training to earn a master’s degree and obtain certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) to progress to the VRS III level.
The division has an established operational training plan to be followed regarding requirements and timeliness for reallocation. If an incumbent is unable to meet the Personnel Standards and Personnel Development Requirements, or employment obligations, the incumbent must repay the amount of the financial support not satisfied through employment.
The State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this delegated recruitment to the Department of Human Services, Human Resources Office.
- Duties Summary
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The primary purpose of this trainee position is to learn the basics of the vocational rehabilitation program and casework process and the knowledge, skills and abilities to assist individuals who are deaf, deaf-blind, or hard of hearing, through the various stages of the rehabilitation process, with close supervision when serving the more moderate and complex cases. Training focuses on learning the program requirements necessary to progress to the VR Specialist II level with opportunity for the trainee to analyze, diagnose and evaluate cases, and includes successful completion of half of the required coursework towards a Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
- Minimum Qualification Requirements
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Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
The information provided above represents a summary of the Minimum Qualification Requirements for the Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist I (Track A). To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE (Download PDF reader). 3.201:052919:13:QH
- Other Information
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The State of Hawai’i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call (808) 586-4987 for assistance.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM:
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS:
The Department of Human Services (DHS) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.
Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.
TESTING INFORMATION:
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.
In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.
CLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the DHS Human Resources Office’s Levels of Review.Agency
Department of Human Services
1390 Miller Street, Room 202
Honolulu, Hawaii 96809-0339
Inquiries about this recruitment may be directed to:
DHS // Human Resources Office // Recruitment and Examination Staff
Ph: (808) 586-4987
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YOUR JOB BENEFITS WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI’I
The State of Hawaii offers its employees who are members of the civil service a range of benefits. Some benefits are offered as a result of collective bargaining agreements and changes may occur.
A summary of these benefits, which is based on full-time employment, is listed below.Note: Benefits for NON-CIVIL SERVICE appointments will be provided by the hiring department at the time of interview.
With Civil Service modernization, effective July 1, 2002, employees appointed to temporary positions may also gain membership in the civil service upon satisfactory completion of an initial probation period of at least six months. As a temporary member of the civil service, you will be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits afforded to members of the civil service, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force of a permanent member of the civil service.
Paid Holidays
You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.
Paid Vacation
You may earn vacation leave at a rate that other employers find tough to match – 21 days each full year from the FIRST year of employment. This compares to an average of 10 days offered by private companies. You may accumulate up to a total of 90 days (720 hours) of vacation.
Paid Sick Leave
You may earn sick leave at the same rate as vacation – 21 days per year from the FIRST year, and there is no limit on the amount you can accumulate. Expectant mothers may also use sick leave for pre-natal or post-natal check-ups or any illness related to pregnancy. Plus, unused accumulated sick leave may eventually be used to increase your retirement benefits in certain situations.
Other Leaves
Reasonable time off with pay may be provided for jury or witness duty, a death in the family, some military duty, and donation to the Blood Bank. Leave sharing donations may be granted to eligible employees who have serious personal illnesses or injuries or need to care for a seriously ill or injured family member. Various leaves without pay may also be granted with full re-employment rights.
Health Insurance
The State pays a part of the premiums for each employee’s enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Dental Plan. For more information, visit the Employer Union Trust Fund website www.eutf.hawaii.gov for coverage and options.
Group Life Insurance
The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees.
Retirement Plan
The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees under the Hybrid Plan with 10 years of credited service and who have reached 65 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and have reached 60 years of age may retire and receive benefits. To find out more about the options you have, go to http://ers.ehawaii.gov.
Premium Conversion Plan
Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.
Transportation Benefits
Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct qualified transportation expenses (i.e. eligible parking fees, monthly bus passes for TheBus, fare coupons for The Handi-Van, Vanpool Hawaii participation fee, etc.) through pre-tax payroll deductions.
Deferred Compensation
The State offers employees a voluntary pre-tax retirement savings plan designed to give employees a tax break today and an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several types of investment options are available.
Temporary Disability Insurance
Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
Social Security
As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee’s social security account.
Promotions & Transfers
For employees with membership in the civil service, the State offers promotion and transfer opportunities throughout the State Executive Branch.
Training & Continuing Education
The State supports developmental activities related to an employee’s work. In many departments there are numerous in-service training opportunities available. Sabbatical leaves with pay are available for qualified employees.
Travel Expenses
The State may pay for certain business related travel expenses including mileage reimbursement for use of a personal car during work, airfare, meals and lodging expenses for trips to neighbor islands or out of state.
Incentive & Service Awards
The State has a program that recognizes employees for their years of service and provides cash awards for their superior accomplishments and other contributions that improve State operations.
Union & Collective Bargaining
Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee’s job is excluded from collective bargaining.
The above information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available to State of Hawaii employees and is subject to change. Whether or not you are entitled to a particular benefit will depend on your specific appointment and employment status (included, excluded, exempt, non-exempt). Please refer to the appropriate collective bargaining agreement or executive order and all applicable laws, rules, policies, or plan documents for further details. Nothing herein shall be deemed as creating an employment contract, promise of employment, promise of continued employment, or obligation of any kind on the part of the State of Hawaii.
CLICK HERE for more information on the State of Hawaii’s Benefits At-A-Glance.
The State of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Revised 01/13
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APPLICANT’S ACKNOWLEDGMENT – REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONSThe responses you provide to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements and/or your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score.
Please do not submit a resume in place of completing the Supplemental Questions.
You must submit verification (e.g., copies of official transcripts or diploma as instructed below) in order to receive credit for education. In general, proof of education downloaded from and/or submitted through the internet will not be accepted. Education obtained outside the United States must be comparable to education earned at an accredited school in the United States. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
To receive credit for substitute, temporary assignment, or volunteer experience, you must submit an official letter of verification. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked, a description of the duties performed, and a contact name and phone number.
Any information you submit may be verified.
Supporting documents must be either electronically attached to your application or submitted to our office at: State of Hawaii, Department of Human Services, Human Resources Office/RES, P.O. Box 339, Honolulu, Hawaii 96809.
- I acknowledge that I have read, understand and agree to all of the above.
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APPLICANT’S ACKNOWLEDGMENT – MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS (Complete information and details)
The information provided in the job announcement represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. A live link to the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements was provided to me in the job announcement.- I acknowledge that I have accessed and read the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements via the live link provided in the job announcement.
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APPLICANT’S ACKNOWLEDGMENT – PERSONNEL STANDARDS AND PERSONNEL DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS
The VRS I incumbents who perform or are authorized to perform, direct counseling services as specified in the State Plan for Vocational Rehabilitation Services must apply and be accepted into a master’s in rehabilitation counseling program accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The incumbent must progress to the VRS II level, after successful completion of half of the required coursework towards a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling accredited by CACREP. Applicants are expected to complete the second half of the training to earn a master’s degree and obtain the credentials as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) to progress to the VRS III level.The division has an established operational training plan to be followed regarding requirements and timeliness for reallocation. If an incumbent is unable to meet the Personnel Standards and Personnel Development Requirements, or employment obligations, the incumbent must repay the amount of the financial support not satisfied through employment.
- I acknowledge that I have read the above requirements.
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BACHELOR’S DEGREEDo you possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or 4-year college? If yes, you must submit transcripts, identified by job title and recruitment number, as verification.
You must submit verification (e.g. copies of official transcripts or diploma as instructed below) in order to receive credit for your education. In general, proof of education downloaded from and/or submitted through the internet will not be accepted. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to education earned at an accredited school in the United States. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of compatibility, or an original transcript.
Any information you submitted may be verified.
Supporting documents must be electronically attached to your application or submitted to our office at: State of Hawaii, Department of Human Services, Human Resources Office/RES, P. O. Box 339, Honolulu, Hawaii 96809.
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GEOGRAPHICAL AVAILABILITY FOR THE
ISLAND OF HAWAIIPlease check the location(s) for which you are willing to accept employment.
Note: You must be available to work in any or all areas within the geographic area(s) that you have selected.- I am not available for employment on the Island of Hawaii
- Hilo (Includes Papaikou, Pepeekeo, Honomu, Hakalau, Ninole, Papaaloa, Laupahoehoe)
- Kona (Includes Keahole, Kailua-Kona, Holualoa, Keauhou, Kealakekua, Captain Cook, Honaunau)
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