Forensic Interviewer I (Bilingual)

Salary: $27.00 -$33.00/hour DOE

The Children’s Legacy Center is searching for a Bilingual Forensic Interviewer (FI) to join our team. The FI will be responsible for conducting developmentally and culturally appropriate forensic interviews for children, youth, and adults with developmental disabilities, in response to allegations of abuse, neglect, and other significant traumas, as well as related tasks. We are seeking someone who values collaboration and understands that forensic interviewing is a skill that requires lifelong learning. Our ideal candidate is someone who has experience in child development and/or a behavioral health background and is comfortable working within a multidisciplinary team. Applicants must be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of trauma informed strategies when working with children or adults with disabilities, as well as cultural sensitivity for all demographics of clients and partners.

* This position will be open until filled.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Conduct legally defensible Forensic Interviews (FI’s) utilizing a Nationally recognized, evidence-based child forensic interviewing protocol 
• Work closely with Multidisciplinary team (MDT) and Children’s Legacy Center (CLC) staff 
• Provide occasional evening and weekend support  
• When not conducting FI’s, consult with the Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) regarding cases referred for child abuse assessment before and after a forensic interview 
• Participate in MDT staffing based on the role and general expertise as it relates to child abuse, dynamics of disclosures, best practices in forensic interviewing, memory, trauma, child development  
• Prepare for and participate in monthly CAC case reviews 
• Participate in Forensic Interview Peer Review and continuous professional development opportunities, including relevant research in the field of child forensic interviewing and child maltreatment 
• Respond to subpoenas and testify as required 
• Occasional travel to conduct field interviews and/or participate in trainings  
• Facilitate the use of video software platform  
• Maintain thorough and accurate case notes and data tracking into a CAC case management system 
• All Forensic Interviewer staff will attend Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) trainings for a minimum of 4 hours per year  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

• Ability to use critical thinking, decision making, problem solving, and observation skills 
• High level of communication skills 
• Ability to record, transcribe, summarize and present interview results in a clear, accurate, and concise manner 
• Attention to detail  
• Skilled Active Listening  
• Strong interpersonal and team management skills 
• Ability to work well with diverse groups of people 

 

Required Education and Experience: 

• B.A./B.S. degree in a child development or behavioral related field 
• Previous experience working with children in a professional setting 
• Demonstrate the ability to recognize and appropriately respond to trauma 
• Bilingual in English and Spanish 

 

Preferred Education and Experience: 

• Master’s Degree in a behavioral science or a related field 
• Completion of a nationally recognized 32-hour basic forensic interview training and experience in the forensic interviewing of children

Benefits: 

• Health Insurance 
• Dental Insurance 
• Vision 
• 401(k) 
• Prestige Urgent Care Membership 
• Paid time off 

Who We Are: 

 

The Children’s Legacy Center began in 2016. Our passion is to aid children and youth who have been abused and exploited. We currently achieve this goal by offering forensic interviewing services as a part of our Children’s Advocacy Center. These interviews reduce trauma and help our partner agencies expedite justice for children, youth, and their families. We are now able to build upon this tested and stable foundation and are building out our regional pilot model for exploited children and youth. This model is a diverse, holistic, and far-reaching collection of programs and services that will multiply our impact in the community and beyond. Although each of our team obtains a specific job description, we work collaboratively to develop and expand our organization. We value the health and wellbeing of our team members more than the average workplace. The nature of this work is incredibly difficult, so supporting each other is paramount. We’ve got each other’s backs. We strive daily to create an inclusive environment in which all people feel safe, heard, and valued. The Children’s Legacy Center celebrates cultural differences and similarities among all employees, volunteers, families we serve, and members of our partnering agencies. With an amazing team and our community’s support, we truly believe we can accomplish anything! 

 

The Children’s Legacy Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

 

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of the Children’s Legacy Center to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources at (530) 768-1880.