Mental Health Kokua (MHK) | Full-Time | Non-Exempt
Ready to Build a Career in Human Resources?Are you the person who catches the details others miss, follows through without being reminded, and enjoys finding better ways to get things done?
At Mental Health Kokua (MHK), we're looking for a dependable, detail-oriented HR Assistant who wants to do meaningful work while building valuable HR experience.
We're modernizing our HR operations through emerging technologies, intelligent automation, and smarter workflows. You'll work directly with HR leadership and help support employees who provide essential mental health services across Hawaiʻi.
What You'll DoHR Administration: Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and process personnel documentation.
Hiring & Onboarding: Coordinate pre-employment screening, verify required documents, and track new-hire requirements.
Compliance: Conduct DCCA credential verifications, SAM.gov and OIG exclusion checks, and monitor required certifications and deadlines.
Benefits Support: Assist with employee enrollments, changes, and benefits reconciliation.
HR Technology: Maintain electronic records, work with spreadsheets and HR systems, and help improve administrative workflows.
Employee Support: Respond to routine HR questions and follow up with employees and managers to resolve outstanding requirements.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
One to two years of administrative, Human Resources, or related office experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated accuracy, confidentiality, accountability, and follow-through.
Ability to learn new technologies and manage multiple priorities independently.
Education & Experience Equivalency
A certificate or associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred; however, MHK will consider relevant professional experience in place of formal postsecondary education.
Candidates with demonstrated experience in administrative operations, employee records management, benefits, payroll support, compliance, or similar responsibilities are encouraged to apply.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Previous HR administrative experience.
Experience with HR information systems or payroll software.
Familiarity with employee benefits, onboarding, or employment compliance procedures.
You'll gain practical experience across multiple HR functions, work with evolving technologies, and contribute to improving how HR supports employees throughout Hawaiʻi.
We value people who take initiative, ask thoughtful questions, learn quickly, and take pride in doing their work well.
Compensation: $22.00–$25.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Sound Like You?If you're organized, resourceful, and ready to take the next step in your professional career, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today and help us build a smarter, more effective HR department.
Mental Health Kokua is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
ts in accordance with applicable federal and state employment laws.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One to two years of administrative, Human Resources, or related office experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Accuracy, confidentiality, accountability, and follow-through
- Ability to learn new technologies and manage multiple priorities independently
- Certificate or associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- Previous HR administrative experience
- Experience with HR information systems or payroll software
- Familiarity with employee benefits, onboarding, or employment compliance procedures
What We Do
Our Business is Relationships. As with any business, goods and services are part of our business plan. At Mental Health Kokua our services include housing, case management, homeless outreach, psycho-social rehabilitation, psychiatry, and counseling. MHK was founded in 1973 as a non-profit, Hawaii corporation, specifically to assist people recovering from mental illness. Since our beginning, building relationships with a handful of people in one house on Sierra Drive, MHK has grown to an organization serving a broad range of behavioral health needs, with 40 locations throughout Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and on the Island of Hawaii. MHK’s community-based services are designed to reflect local community. We have governing board members representing each island location. Through timely, cost effective, and focused care, we assist people with mental illness/dual diagnosis to recover and move toward more independent living in their community. Mental Health Kokua assists people with mental health and related challenges, to achieve optimum recovery and functioning in the community.
