Job Description
Forensic Interviewer Summary The Forensic Interviewer is responsible for providing developmentally sensitive, culturally appropriate, legally defensible forensic interviews of children and adolescents when an allegation of abuse has been made or a traumatic event witnessed. The Forensic Interviewer conducts these digitally recorded interviews at the request of and in consultation with Law Enforcement and Child Protective Services.
Responsibilities Include:
Conduct forensic interviews with children and adolescents when abuse or the witnessing of violence against another person is suspected Attend MDT case review meetings Forensic Interview Peer Review Respond to subpoenas and provide testimony Case tracking, management & data entry Scheduling and appointment coordination Participate in ongoing professional development Advocate Summary The advocate provides direct services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and child abuse. Direct Services:
Provide crisis intervention services by phone and face to face, such as emotional support and emergency services as needed. Participate in the crisis line on-call rotation as scheduled. Provide client specific advocacy to meet the identified needs of the client/victim Provide information about legal services such as protective orders, family court, criminal court, and other legal procedures as needed. Assist and prepare clients in completing protective order paperwork. Provide information regarding the filing and court process and assist with violations of protective orders. Assist clients in safety planning, identifying danger risk, identifying safe options, and problem solving. Prepare and provide educational materials to the clients, as needed. Transport clients if needed to court, emergency shelter, long term shelter, or other designated safe place. Provide information and referrals for community resources available to the client. Serves as a liaison between the victim and other agencies Assist victims in completing and submitting applications requesting victims' compensation. Assist victims in completing and submitting applications requesting address confidentiality from the perpetrator. Inform clients/victims of their rights and maintain client confidentiality at all times. Provide coverage in the Jefferson County - Waurika Office once per week from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., unless approved by Executive Director Provide case management services for clients on a case to case basis. Family Advocacy Services, as needed (See separate job description) Keep the Executive Director informed of high-risk situations pertaining to the clients and the services being provided. Advocacy, Outreach, and Organization Representation:
Provide community education as assigned. Provide school age education as assigned. Provide professional training to community partners as assigned. Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners. Prepare and provide information and resources to community partners as needed.. Record Keeping and Other Responsibilities Initiate and maintain all client records, such as recording and updating services Complete all service documentation in a thorough and timely manner, for billing purposes. Attend conferences, workshops, training, and continuing education activities as assigned. Maintain client confidentiality. Qualifications:
An undergraduate degree preferred; direct experience working with abused children and their families is preferred Be familiar with the dynamics of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and child abuse. Working knowledge of the legal system and the current state and federal laws. Knowledge and understanding of child development, child abuse dynamics and the impact of trauma Experience working with children and families Ability to work independently and as part of a Multidisciplinary Team collaborating with a wide range of professionals including, but not limited, to law enforcement, child protection, attorneys, medical and mental health providers. Ability to utilize multi-tasking skills and attention to detail. Ability to handle high stress crisis situations while utilizing sound judgment and problem solving skills. Ability to work sensitively with traumatized victims and to handle the crisis effectively. Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills with clients, co-workers, and community partners. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Must submit to a thorough criminal history background check 40 hours per week Pay Range ($35,000 - $38,000) $300 monthly benefit stipend Paid Time Off Must complete the earliest approved domestic violence/sexual assault training prior to providing direct client services. This will be, at a minimum, thirty (30) hours and six (6) hours of sexual assault training, as required by the Attorney General's office. All employees are required to receive, at a minimum, sixteen (16) hours of annual training, as required by the Attorney General's office. Safe Center, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, source of income, place of residence or business, military service, and/or any other basis protected by federal or Virginia law. This policy extends to all aspects of employment opportunity including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, transfer, layoff, termination, retirement, placement, training, and all privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$35,000.00 - $38,000.00 per year Benefits:
Flexible schedule Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Work Location:
In person
