What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Engagement & Training Specialist position at Hale Kipa?
Mission & About Us
Rooted in aloha and kuleana, Hale Kipa is dedicated to supporting and empowering Hawai‘i’s youth, young adults, and families who are navigating trauma, injustice, and systemic barriers. Through safe and nurturing housing, culturally grounded care, and trauma-informed relationships, we encourage them to discover their passions, embrace their resilience, and thrive as compassionate, responsible leaders in their families and communities.
Since 1970, Hale Kipa has championed Hawai'i's youth and children. We provide youth outreach, independent living facilities, therapeutic foster care, a haven for runaways, and more. Our founders recognized a need for a nonprofit to step in to assist this deserving population and we are still doing that critical work today, on O'ahu, Kaua'i, and the Island of Hawai'i. Learn more about Hale Kipa's programs.
Role Overview
Hale Kipa is looking for part-time Community Engagement & Training Specialist who will serve as an ambassador of Hale Kipa, representing the organization with professionalism, authenticity, and aloha. This position builds and strengthens relationships across government agencies, schools, community partners, businesses, and funders to increase awareness of Hale Kipa’s mission, values, and youth-serving programs.
In addition, the Specialist supports Hale Kipa’s commitment to trauma-informed and healing-centered care by delivering presentations, workshops, and trainings rooted in Hawaiian values—including aloha, malama, pilina, kuleana, laulima, hilina?i and the principles of Healing Centered Engagement.
This role is ideal for a dynamic communicator who is passionate about uplifting Hawai‘i’s youth, knowledgeable about trauma-informed frameworks, culturally grounded, and skilled at engaging diverse audiences
Qualifications
Rooted in aloha and kuleana, Hale Kipa is dedicated to supporting and empowering Hawai‘i’s youth, young adults, and families who are navigating trauma, injustice, and systemic barriers. Through safe and nurturing housing, culturally grounded care, and trauma-informed relationships, we encourage them to discover their passions, embrace their resilience, and thrive as compassionate, responsible leaders in their families and communities.
Since 1970, Hale Kipa has championed Hawai'i's youth and children. We provide youth outreach, independent living facilities, therapeutic foster care, a haven for runaways, and more. Our founders recognized a need for a nonprofit to step in to assist this deserving population and we are still doing that critical work today, on O'ahu, Kaua'i, and the Island of Hawai'i. Learn more about Hale Kipa's programs.
Role Overview
Hale Kipa is looking for part-time Community Engagement & Training Specialist who will serve as an ambassador of Hale Kipa, representing the organization with professionalism, authenticity, and aloha. This position builds and strengthens relationships across government agencies, schools, community partners, businesses, and funders to increase awareness of Hale Kipa’s mission, values, and youth-serving programs.
In addition, the Specialist supports Hale Kipa’s commitment to trauma-informed and healing-centered care by delivering presentations, workshops, and trainings rooted in Hawaiian values—including aloha, malama, pilina, kuleana, laulima, hilina?i and the principles of Healing Centered Engagement.
This role is ideal for a dynamic communicator who is passionate about uplifting Hawai‘i’s youth, knowledgeable about trauma-informed frameworks, culturally grounded, and skilled at engaging diverse audiences
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Education, Public Health, Communications, Hawaiian Studies or related field; OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required.
- Strong public speaking, facilitation, and communication skills.
- Ability to build rapport with a wide range of stakeholders
- Knowledge of ?Olelo Hawai‘i or willingness to learn.
- Familiarity with Hale Kipa's mission, population serviced, and programs preferred.
- Background in training development, teaching, community outreach, or public relations
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated cultural competence, including understanding of Hawaiian values, history, and community dynamics.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and/or Healing Centered Engagement.
- Ability to travel statewide and work occasional evenings/weekends for events or training courses.
- A valid driver's license
- Current auto insurance and safety check
- Medical/Drug/Vision/Dental
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off (PTO) / 6 Paid Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Access to Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Plans
- $40,000 annually
- Part-time
Salary : $40,000