Forensic Interviewer (Temp-to-Hire, Independent Contractor)

SARSSM • Alfred, ME

130d • $24

About The Position

SARSSM is seeking an experienced Child Forensic Interviewer to conduct developmentally appropriate, legally sound, and neutral interviews with children, adolescents, and dependent adults referred for suspected abuse. This is an independent contractor position, with potential to transition to a part-time or full-time employee role contingent on new fiscal year funding and mutual fit.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience conducting forensic interviews under NCA-accepted standards (e.g., NCAC Child Forensic Interview, ChildFirst®, APSAC 40-Hour Training, CornerHouse, Finding Words, First Witness, NCJTC CST Forensic Interview Training).
• Degree in human services, social work, education, or related field preferred.
• Experience in crisis intervention and advocacy services.
• Knowledge of child development, trauma-informed care, and disclosure dynamics.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Bilingual (Arabic, French, Kinyarwanda/Kirundi/Kinyamulenge, Lingala, Portuguese, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, or Russian) or multilingual skills preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in crisis intervention and advocacy services.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct developmentally appropriate, legally sound forensic interviews.
• Facilitate pre- and post-interview meetings with non-offending caregivers and MDT.
• Stay current on research, best practices, and legal standards in forensic interviewing.
• Prepare for and testify in court proceedings as needed.
• Participate in pre- and post-interview debriefings with MDT members.
• Attend monthly Case Review, MDT, and CACYC Advisory Board meetings as assigned.
• Complete any additional required training and continuing education as requested.
• Maintain documentation of professional development (training certificates, FI-specific CV updates) as requested.
• Provide designated CAS staff with service information for regular data submission.
• Meet weekly with the Executive Director for service supervision.
• Participate in CAS team meetings as requested.

Benefits

• Hourly pay is $24, invoiced weekly or monthly.
• Potential transition to a part-time or full-time employee role contingent on funding and mutual fit.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees