Forensic Interviewer

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Worcester, MA

23h

About The Position

To provide developmentally and culturally appropriate and legally defensible forensic interviews of children and adolescents alleging sexual abuse. Forensic Interviewers working with the District Attorney’s Office/Children’s Advocacy Center of Worcester County will have the following duties and responsibilities:
1. Conduct forensic interviews of children and adolescents alleging sexual abuse;
2. Facilitate pre- and post- interview multidisciplinary team meetings;
3. Participate in case reviews and present cases when requested;
4. Assist in making appropriate referrals;
5. Participate in supervision, professional development and ongoing training activities;
6. Provide trainings to community and partner agencies on interviewing, CAC, and mandated reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in human services, criminal justice or related field and/or Associate’s degree with previous experience in working with victims of violent crime
• Strong working knowledge of criminal court system
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and maturity in handling sensitive matters
• Self-motivated individual who works well both independently and as part of a team
• Always displays professional appearance
• Foster a cooperative working relationship with all District Attorney's staff, Trial court staff, Police officers and community agencies to enhance the delivery of services to crime victims
• Sensitivity to and ability to respond appropriately to cultural differences of the public and staff
• A commitment to empowering others to solve their own problems, including the ability to set appropriate boundaries
• Interest in crime victim/witness rights and services

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic interviews of children and adolescents alleging sexual abuse
• Facilitate pre- and post- interview multidisciplinary team meetings
• Participate in case reviews and present cases when requested
• Assist in making appropriate referrals
• Participate in supervision, professional development and ongoing training activities
• Provide trainings to community and partner agencies on interviewing, CAC, and mandated reporting

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time