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Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of 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.

MISSION STATEMENT

Strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children.

Healthy, thriving individuals and families building strong, multicultural communities across generations.

OUR VALUES

HOPE values: Humility, Ownership, Perserverance, Engagement

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, 16 Paid Holidays in a Year (17 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 DV Specialist II is primarily responsible for providing direct services to participants who are involved in domestic/family violence working with a high-risk population due to the criminal nature of domestic violence.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

Four-Year College Degree from a school accredited by a recognized accrediting agency - general major. Requires basic knowledge or training in a specialized or technical field or trade, such as social work, professional accounting, finance, business administration, and marketing.Other (Specify): Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field from an accredited institution.

EXPERIENCE

Over two years, up to and including four years.Other (Specify):
Over two years experience in the domestic violence field or with a related target group.Experience with child abuse and neglect, and substance abuse.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Knowledge and experience in the area of building healthy relationships.Excellent assertive communication skills.Ability to diffuse potentially hostile participants. Basic skills and experience in facilitating groups.Awareness of cultural and gender bias/issues.Requires contact with offenders and/or an aggressive (high risk) population.

OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS

800x600 Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 This job requires a valid Hawaii driver's license, a clear driver's abstract, and willingness to travel in personal vehicle on an as-needed basis throughout the island.This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and continued employment is contingent on a record clear of convictions.Continued employment in this position is contingent on successful completion of CPR, CPI and/or van driving training as such training is necessary to ensure ability/continued ability to perform essential functions of this job.Continued employment in this position is contingent on successful completion of CPI classes OR other Behavioral Management certification as may be contract-mandated.Requires contacts both inside and outside the organization in order to furnish or obtain information and/or provide participant services. Normal courtesy, tact and discretion required.