Qualifications:

Minimum of Bachelors degree in social work or related field from an accredited university required Experience working with children required Two years' experience or professional training in child abuse and demonstrated knowledge of victim advocacy, child development, and child abuse dynamics preferred

Duties:

Conduct interviews of child sexual and physical abuse victims, utilizing interview aids (anatomical dolls/and or drawings, items for drawing, items that put the child at ease) as appropriate Assess children's cognitive and linguistic abilities as well as non-verbal communications Foster an environment that is sensitive to a child's cognitive, emotional and psychological development, without leading a child in questioning Schedule interviews with law enforcement and Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) investigators Assist DFPS, law enforcement and other professionals with information that will benefit the child victim Participate in multi-disciplinary team review meetings concerning children who have been interviewed Testify as a witness in civil and criminal trials regarding the child's statement Assist in maintaining records of services provided Recommend immediate services, including, but not limited to therapeutic and medical referrals Documentation of case activities Maintain all client records in accordance with agency requirements Participate in CAC Teams as required Maintain absolute confidentiality regarding all client information Participate in at least 2 peer review sessions per year Keep updated on current literature regarding relevant issues pertaining to child abuse Attend local, state, and national trainings/conferences on child abuse as required Provide assistance to Program Director as needed Perform other tasks as requested by the Program Director and/or

Executive Director Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Working with children: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person