Forensic Interviewer

The Fedcap Group•Tupelo, MS

About The Position

As a Forensic Interviewer, you will work with the Multi-Disciplinary Team investigators to conduct forensic interviews on children ages 3-17 and vulnerable adults with allegations of sexual or physical abuse, felony neglect, or witness to a violent crime. Easterseals Lonestar helps more than 10,000 individuals every year become more independent. Our therapists, job coaches, and other professionals make profound differences every day in the way people live, learn, work, and play. As a part of the community since 1939, we deliver high-quality, customized care to our neighbors.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in psychology, social work, criminal justice or related field or 2+ years of work experience in child abuse maltreatment.
Child First Mississippi Forensic Interviewing Court Preparation Training Certificate.
Advanced knowledge of child abuse dynamics and child development.
Demonstrate discretion, maturity, integrity, and compassion in handling sensitive issues.
Strong written communication and verbal skills; communicate effectively with person from all components of the community; exceptional problem solving and organizational skills.
Willingness to work with a flexible schedule when necessary.

Responsibilities

Provide forensic interviews when there is an allegation of abuse to ensure safety of the child and assess for needed referrals.
Receive intakes, schedule, and conduct forensic interviews.
Work closely with the Multidisciplinary Team while evaluating children in order to ensure the safety of the child, while giving each member access to the information that is needed to fulfill their professional role and to ensure that their informational need needs are met.
Meet with MDT members after the forensic interview to discuss the interview outcome and make the appropriate recommendations.
Communicate and provide written reports of interviews to the proper investigative agencies within a timely manner.
Provide fact and/or expert witness testimony in court when requested for prosecution and defense when necessary.
Conducting and documenting follow-up services for clients served and representatives as it relates to the criminal case.
Providing monthly forensic interview logs to CAC Director or Assistant Director for data reporting.
Participate in Peer Review two times a calendar year per NCA Standards and attend trainings and conferences in child abuse maltreatment.
Tracking of case statistics.