Full time Childrens Advocacy Center Forensic Interviewer

TITLE:

Children's Advocacy Center Forensic Interviewer (Full time position 40 hrs/week)

ACCOUNTABILITY

Accountable to the Executive Director and/or their designee

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY

: This position provides administrative and forensic interviews for the Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) of Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford Counties a program of Sexual Assault Prevention & Response Services (SAPARS). This position requires an understanding of best practices as it relates to child centered, trauma-informed care for children who have been impacted by sexual violence and other types of abuse; the ability to effectively and thoughfully communicate with supportive care providers and multidisciplinary team members; and the highest level of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and professional boundaries.

RESPONSIBILITIES

: Conduct forensic interviews with children when there are concerns of child sexual abuse and/or other forms of child abuse and neglect. Facilitate the pre and post interview meetings with the supportive caregiver and Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) partners. Facilitate the information sharing meeting with the MDT partners before the pre-interview meeting. Manage victim statistical information, via Empower DB, for purposes of reporting and case monitoring on a one week and one month follow up from initial intake date. Ensure CAC files are secure in a locked filing cabinet and that CAC database is secure via password protection at all times. Promote Sexual Assault Prevention & Response Services by distributing posters and brochures, staffing information table, and attending relevant meetings and trainings. Provide support to the Executive Director, when needed, to support fundraising efforts on behalf of the CAC program as well as SAPARS overall agency needs. Attend scheduled clinical supervision and 1:1 supervision with the CAC Program Coordinator on a routine basis. Provide administrative support, when necessary, for the purposes of CAC program needs. Other duties as assigned. : Attend monthly case review meetings and special case review meetings when requested. Provide insight as the CAC Forensic Interviewer at the monthly case review meetings. Follow up on case review recommendations where appropriate. Enter case data into Empower DB database and provide reports when requested. Attend the 40 Hour Sexual Assault Advocate Training Attend the National Children's Advocacy Center's Basic Forensic Interviewing course Maintain relevant professional affiliations and take advantage of continuing education and advanced training opportunities. Attend local and statewide peer reviews as required.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Qualifications:

Must possess excellent professional organizational, clerical, interpersonal and writing skills. Knowledge and sensitivity of dynamics relating to sexual violence and other forms of child abuse. Knowledge of child development and best practice for child-centered, trauma informed care. Consistent and dependable attention to detail on all aspects of this job. Must be able to work independently & have flexibility in a resourceful manner to meet program goals. Must have working knowledge of the Maine State Judicial and Social Services Systems. Must be able to work as a member of a team with integrity using a strength based approach. Ability to accurately document and complete paperwork by due date and adhere to the strict timeline within the CAC guidelines. Must possess computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel) Must possess the highest level of confidentiality, professional boundaries and conform to the confidentiality protocols set forth in the CAC/MDT guidelines and procedures. Must possess a valid Maine State license and sufficient insurance coverage. Must pass State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) check, Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Abuse and Neglect investigation, and Motor Vehicle Check.

Education:

A minimum of a bachelor's degree in, social work, psychology, human services or other related field OR a 4 year combination of education, work and/or life experience with victims of sexual violence and/or child abuse. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation.

Pay:

$45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person