This posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division, Clinical Services Office.

The position is located in Manoa – Kahala on the Island of Oahu.

$90,000 - $110,000 Annually, Salary commensurate with training and experience

If you have any questions regarding this non-civil service exempt position, please contact (808) 733-9339.

The State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this exempt position to the Department of Health.

Exempt, Non-Civil Service, Full-Time, Temporary Appointment. The primary purpose of this position is to implement and lead the one and half year, federally funded grant project focused on the implementation of evidence-based interventions to inform how data-driven decision making is embedded into practice. This position is responsible for program leadership, program development, and implementation, and managing the day-to-day operations of this Project including leading evaluation efforts in strategic planning and needs assessments, and Project budget, etc. It serves as the primary communication link between Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) officials and Hawaii program staff and preparing reports for SAMHSA.

EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor's degree in a mental health related field. Masters' degree in a mental health or social-service field preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Demonstrated experience managing a program for a minimum of four (4) years, preferably focused on children and/or adults' mental health. Previous work experience with youth in the mental health, juvenile justice, and/or the child welfare system, and/or managerial level experience within a Hawaii state agency or healthcare organization, preferred. Demonstrated success in managing program budgets. Experience managing federal grant programs a plus.

LICENSE: A Valid Hawaii Driver’s License is Preferred.

Who May Apply

LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK REQUIREMENT: The State of Hawaii requires that all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

How to Apply:
Submit completed State of Hawai’i Application for Non-Civil Service Appointment, cover letter, contact information, detailed resume and salary requirements to:

Department of Health
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division
3627 Kilauea Ave Room 101
Honolulu, HI 96816
Attn: Scott Shimabukuro

Visit the Department of Health website at:

Recruitment is on continuous until needs are met for position #123848.

Direct all inquiries regarding this position to:
(808) 733-9339

This position is exempt from the civil service. Employment in such positions is considered to be “at will.”

NOTE: The State Recruiting Office will refer you to the Department of Health regarding this exempt position.