Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development children. CFS has been a fierce advocate for children and families in the midst of social injustices and inequalities. Our statewide support, counseling, and therapeutic programs help individuals and families heal from trauma, prevent abuse and neglect, and can break the cycle of generational poverty.
OUR MISSION
Strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children.
OUR VISION
Healthy, thriving individuals and families building strong, multi-cultural communities across generations.
OUR VALUES
Integrity, Quality Client Service, Employee Excellence, Teamwork and Communication
We offer an extensive array of benefits for our employee including paid time off, preventative health care paid time off, birthday floating holiday, volunteer floating holiday, 14 Paid Holidays in a Year (15 in an Election Year), Medical/Dental/Vision/RX plans, Opt-out incentive, 401(k), flexible spending plans, & more.
Come join Child & Family Service and help us serve thousands in our communities.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
The Domestic Violence Specialist is responsible for providing individual group and family counseling, assisting with admissions into program. Completes assessments and develops and implements treatment plans. Identifies moderate to severe mental health issues and substance abuse issues. Coordinates treatment team meetings. Attends court with participants and assists with the filing of TRO, when applicable. Links participants to long term supports within the community.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
- Masters' Degree from a school accredited by a recognized accrediting agency. Requires knowledge of an advanced type.
EXPERIENCE
- Over one year, up to and including two years.
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
- Direct use of a variety of therapeutic skills, individual and family therapy with adults and children, social skills assessment and intervention, group counseling experience, experience with mental health and substance abuse. Requires flexibility with work schedule; may be required to work evening 2 to 3 times per week and possible on call 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- This job requires a valid Hawaii driver's license, a clear driver's abstract, and use of personal vehicle to transport clients, as needed, as well as a willingness to travel in personal vehicle on an as-needed basis throughout the island.
At Child & Family Service, we value and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We apply this to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, transfer, leave of absence, and termination.