Forensic Interviewer

Children'S Advocacy Center For North Texas • Lewisville, TX

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Forensic Interviewer position at CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTER FOR NORTH TEXAS is responsible for performing forensic interviews of children suspected of abuse or witnessing violent crimes. This role collaborates with multiple agencies, including Child Protective Services, law enforcement, and the DA's office, to aid in the investigation of severe child abuse cases primarily in Denton, Wise, and Jack Counties. The position requires a strong understanding of investigative and prosecution procedures, excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain composure and make sound decisions in high-stress situations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, criminal justice, or related field
• Must be willing to attend initial training, receive ongoing training, and peer review in the field of forensic interviewing
• A minimum of 1-year of related experience in working with crime victims, children, or families
• Experience working with law enforcement, CPS investigations, or District Attorney’s office required

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children and families and knowledge of child abuse issues preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish and English, preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule, and perform forensic interviews at the request of Child Protective Services, law enforcement, or the DA’s office of children ages 2 and older that are suspect of having been either sexually or severely physically abused or have witnessed a violent crime
• Document services provided to clients and to the multidisciplinary team
• Participate in case reviews
• Prepare for and provide court testimony as requested
• Maintain interview skills, including attending statewide and in-house peer review, observing forensic interviews conducted by other trained forensic interviewers, do self-critiques, and stay up to date on research, relevant issues, and best practice
• Maintain and manage forensic interview work product
• Partner with CAC Family Advocates for effective service delivery
• Participate in the on-call rotation, requiring after hours and holiday availability
• Maintain confidentiality
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) Matching if 21 years of age or older
• Paid Medical Leave and Maternity/Paternity Leave and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level