Victim Advocate/Forensic Interviewer Position Available In Muscogee, Georgia

Victim Advocate/Forensic Interviewer Twin Cedars Youth & Family Services – 3.1 Columbus, GA Job Details Full-time $38,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Bilingual Microsoft Word Stakeholder engagement Microsoft Excel Computer literacy Intake Mid-level Bachelor’s degree Interviewing Human Services Computer skills Clinical confidentiality policies Full Job Description Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Services Delivery or related field preferred. Successful completion of CAC-endorsed forensic interviewing training a plus, but is a requirement once employed. Proficiency in computer programs (Word, Excel and web based databases, etc.) a must. Ability to interface with key community stakeholders a must. The ability to handle highly sensitive issues and confidentiality a must. Organizational Relationships and General Description Reports to Assistant Program Coordinator (APC). Provides direct forensic interview service to child victim. Maintains on-call emergency contact information and system for after hour appointments Interfaces with Human Service delivery providers within judicial circuit. Interacts with all Twin Cedars Youth Services (TCYS) staff. Key Responsibilities ⦁ Conducts Forensic Interviews ⦁ Conducts forensic interviews on children of all ages and developmentally delayed adults ⦁ Assists stakeholders in the scheduling and coordination of forensic interviews ⦁ Stays current on interviewing techniques ⦁ Interactive participant in scheduled peer reviews (via in person and tele-mental health equipment) ⦁ Staffs cases with stakeholders, CTH staff and receptive to feedback ⦁ Prepares for expert testimony with the District Attorney’s office ⦁ Interfaces with DFCS and law enforcement ⦁ Coordinates victim outreach services for child victims served by CTH ⦁ Develops and maintains local resource guide and informational packets to provide non-offending caregivers ⦁ Greet consumers and ensures that victim’s rights are explained ⦁ Conducts intake assessment with Non-Offending caregiver ⦁ Ensures that all documentation is maintained and secured in a confidential manner ⦁ Responsible for coordination of victim intake procedures ⦁ Serves as point of contact for stakeholders and families for information and referral process ⦁ Assisting victims served by law enforcement and prosecution in filling out necessary paperwork to ensure personal advocacy throughout the judicial process ⦁ Conducts follow up case status check-ins with victims and other service providers either in-person or via telephone to ensure linkage with the Victim Assistance Program and the mental health service provider ⦁ Distributes psycho-educational materials/resources to caregivers ⦁ Conducts needs assessment with caregivers upon intake ⦁ Responsible for medical accompaniment of victims throughout the sexual assault exam process. ⦁ Responsible for all scheduling of sexual assault exams and notification of all relevant parties. ⦁ Accompanies child throughout intake and the sexual assault exam process. ⦁ Serves as primary records custodian for child victims served through the CAC. ⦁ Makes copies of documentation and recordings for evidentiary purposes. ⦁ Responsible for executing Evidence Release Forms in accordance with established chain of custody procedures. ⦁ Maintains and keeps all victim files current. ⦁ Provides opportunities for client feedback by administering client satisfaction surveys ⦁ Assists client through final case disposition. ⦁ Maintains contact with Victim’ Witness office for upcoming court proceedings ⦁ Notifies staff of criminal justice support needs ⦁ Provides court accompaniment for child victim and their family ⦁ Serves as Forensic Interviewer representative on Multi-Disciplinary Team Case Review ⦁ Interactive member on Team Case Review team ⦁ Attends monthly meetings and provides required documentation ⦁ Reports case status and progress information to the team

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift

Language:

Bilingual (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Columbus, GA 31901 (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Columbus, GA 31901: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person