Bilingual Forensic Interviewer - Child Advocacy Center

Location: Kane

General Summary: Responsible for conducting legally sound, neutral, fact-finding interviews with alleged child abuse victims.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct child centered forensic interviews according to a 32 hour nationally accredited forensic interview model in accordance with CAC protocol and write reports to document forensic interview summary for child's file

Adhere to research-based forensic interview guidelines that create an interview environment that enhances free recall, minimizes interviewer influence and gathers information needed by all multidisciplinary team members (MDT) involved to avoid duplication of the interview process

Consult with investigative MDT members in a formal pre and post interview staffing to share information that may be pertinent to the interview or subsequent investigation. When a child is unable or unwilling to provide information regarding abuse, facilitate discussion about other interventions to assess child's experience and safety. Facilitate a discussion whether subsequent or multi-session interview is needed.

Participate in regular MDT case review meetings to ensure accountability and collaboration between team members

Assist in development and implementation of training for the MDT members as needed and ongoing

Conduct training sessions with community professionals who require education about child abuse interviewing dynamics and conduct in-service training

Attend and participate in staff development involving updated information on child abuse issues and interviewing technique

Attend and participate in structured quarterly peer review

Demonstrate participation in ongoing education in the field of child maltreatment and/or forensic interviewing, minimum 8 contact hours every 2 years

Testify in court proceedings

All other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

REQUIRED:

Bachelor's degree required in Human Services, Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice, with preference given to Master's degree or equivalent combination of education and commensurate experience in child abuse field.

Previous experience working in a Children's Advocacy Center environment strongly favored

The ability to read, write and speak Spanish and English

Knowledge of and sensitivity to child victimization and family systems

Academic training or practical experience in and knowledge of developmental stages of children and the dynamics and effects of child abuse.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Able to work well with a variety of disciplines

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Demonstrates cultural competency

Maintains confidentiality policies

Microsoft Office Suite

Must have a valid Illinois Driver's License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Sitting, talking, hearing and vision are required approximately 100% of the time.

Filing, bending, reaching, and keying.

WORKING CONDITIONS WHILE PERFORMING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

General Office Environment.

EQUIPMENT USED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1.Computer, Phone, Fax, Copier, Scanner.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to:

Director of the Child Advocacy Center

Works as part of a multidisciplinary team along with criminal investigators, child protection workers, prosecutors, medical professionals, treatment specialists and others who may be involved in the case.

Directs Work of:
None

Blood Born Pathogen Risk Code:
None

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

Group Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
IMRF Pension
Paid Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
Flexible Benefits Plans (FSA, HSA)
Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement