(CASUAL) Practicum Development Specialist

Hilo, HI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

*** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawaii may apply for Casual Hire positions which include administrative professional and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular Board of Regents (BOR) and Civil Service employees (i.e. paid holidays/leave). Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.

Title: (CASUAL) Practicum Development Specialist

Hiring Unit: College of Arts & Sciences/Psychology

Position: ***Casual Hire***

Location: UH Hilo

Date Posted: December 18 2025

Closing Date: December 26 2025

Salary: $50.69/hr

Full time/Part time: Part time (19 hrs/week)

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary

Other Conditions: Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected begin January 2026 or soon thereafter.

Duties:

Develop and establish practicum sites in community mental health and substance abuse treatment organizations with a focus on neighboring islands (Oahu Maui and Kauai).
Build strong relationships with community partners serving as the primary liaison to ensure practicum placements meet program goals and provide diverse training experiences.
In collaboration with the program director and program coordinator assist students in securing practicum placements aligned with their academic and career goals offering ongoing support throughout their placements.
Collaborate with faculty to refine the practicum component of the CSAC track and evaluate the effectiveness of placements ensuring compliance with accreditation standards.
Coordinate training for community partners and students staying updated on best practices in mental health and substance use disorder treatment to maintain relevant practicum experiences.
Conduct other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Masters degree in Counseling Psychology Clinical Psychology Social Work or a related field.
Licensed or license-eligible as a counselor psychologist or social worker with specialized training in substance use disorder treatment.
Two (2) years of experience in clinical training practicum coordination or related roles within mental health or substance abuse treatment settings.
Strong knowledge of substance use disorder treatment and Certified Substance Abuse Counseling (CSAC) in the State of Hawaii.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships with community organizations and treatment providers.
Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple partnerships and student placements.

Desirable Qualifications:

Experience in practicum or internship coordination within a university or educational setting.
Knowledge of local community mental health and substance abuse treatment resources.
Experience in program development and evaluation particularly in clinical training or practicum settings.
Familiarity with accreditation requirements related to practicum placements in counseling or psychology programs.

To Apply:

Click on the Apply button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach each required document. A complete application must include:

Cover letter explaining how qualifications are met
Resume
Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references
Transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however original official transcripts will be required prior to employment).

Please do not include any self-identifying photos. Please redact references to Social Security number and birthdates on transcript copies. All requested documents/information will become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the hire date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.

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Inquiries: Charmaine Higa McMillan;

Please refer to the Practicum Development Specialist Casual Hire when making inquiries.

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Description*** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawaii may apply for Casual Hire positions which include administrative professional and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments Casual Hire employees ...