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NEOGOV · 6 hours ago

Behavioral Health Specialist V - Hawaii District Administation

NEOGOV is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist V for the Hawaii State Department of Education. The role involves overseeing and monitoring the work performance of behavioral health specialists and ensuring the delivery of appropriate services to students as specified in their Individual Education Plans.

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Responsibilities

Oversee and monitor the work performance of behavioral health specialists, school social workers, and other assigned staff regarding the provision of school-based behavioral health services within a complex or district
Responsible for evaluating the work performance of assigned staff and completion of their performance appraisal (PAS) within the required timeframe
Monitor activities and services of staff for conformance to existing laws, policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines, etc. Take corrective action/steps to remedy non-conformance in order to comply with legal requirements
Ensure that appropriate services are delivered to students by program staff as specified in student Individual Education Plans/504 Modification Plans (IEP/MP). These plans outline services provided to students by various discipline team members for the purpose of giving the student the best opportunity to learn
Collaborate with contracted providers and other agency providers to plan for the orderly development and provision of essential services to meet the needs of students in the complex as specified in the student’s IEP/MP. Participate in interagency meetings to coordinate and integrate school-based behavioral health services with other child-serving agencies. Establish networks and working relationships with parents and community agencies
Provide technical support/assistance to principals, counselors, teachers, and other school personnel regarding integration of school-based behavioral health services into educational programs, and meeting the requirements of federal laws
Assist the district educational specialist (DES) with program development and the overall plan for the implementation of the district's/complex’s school-based behavioral health services program including an evaluation strategy to effectively monitor and utilize behavioral health and the contracted provider resources
Administer policies and procedures pertaining to the implementation and operation of school-based behavioral health services
Conduct budget surveillance and utilization procurement review for the SBBH DES to assist in identification of resources needed to implement a system of school-based behavioral health services
Review requests for contracted services and monitors for appropriate utilization of services and resources in conjunction with the DES and district contracts specialist
In consultation with personnel from the DOE district and State level offices, the Department of Health Family Guidance Center, and Children's Community Council (CCC), develop a community-based system of care
Plan and implement a complaints resolution process for behavioral health-related services. Monitor sentinel events/incident reports, investigate and collaborate with the agencies involved to resolve the situation. Refer unresolved system issues to the appropriate district resources
Develop and implement education and/or training programs to address staff development needs related to behavioral health evidence-based practices and IDEA/504
Train subordinates and assigned staff
Review IEP/MP quarterly reports, direct and oversee the recordkeeping systems
Sign documents for Medicaid reimbursements
May provide direct services

Qualification

Master's DegreeMental Health LicenseCounseling ExperienceBehavioral Health ServicesProgram DevelopmentInteragency CollaborationStaff TrainingTechnical Support

Required

Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in counseling, marriage/family therapy, psychology or social work
Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional post-masters work experience providing counseling and/or therapy to individuals and/or their families which included assisting individuals to address emotional, behavioral, and/or mental health problems
Possession of a Hawaii State Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, Psychologist or Marriage and Family Therapist license
This position requires possession of a current, valid driver's license

Benefits

Holidays: You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.
Vacation: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year.
Sick Leave: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.
Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
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.
Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several 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.
Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
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.

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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