Forensic Interviewer
Compass Health Network

Job Info

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Compensation: $23.00/hr

The Forensic Interviewer is responsible for providing forensic interviews of alleged child abuse victims and for building collaborative relationships with team members in all ten counties served.

This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am- 4:30 pm and some evening and/or weekend hours are possible for emergency situations.

Responsibilities Include:

* Meets with the multidisciplinary team assigned to each CAC case prior to the child interview.
* Utilizing the ChildFirst Missouri protocol, conducts digital recording forensic interviews of children named as victims or witnesses of abuse of a criminal nature.
* Facilitates the multidisciplinary team pre- and post-interview discussion.
* Provides expert testimony in criminal and civil court cases.
* Provides a written report regarding the interview content for each multidisciplinary team member assigned to the case within two weeks of the interview.
* Assists in the development and presentation of in-service training and prevention programs for participating agencies and the community.
* Assists in the developments and presentation of training in the area of forensic disciplines from the counties within the region served.
* Assists in the organization of training for the multidisciplinary team representatives of the region.
* Participates in CAC fundraising events throughout the year.
* Participates in Interviewer Peer Review by both submitting and reviewing interviews (within CACECM and regionally)
* Follows CACECM Protocols and assists in developing agency policies
* Maintains interviewing skills by participating in continuing education and reviewing research material regarding the process of disclosure, interviewing techniques, and other relevant topics.
* Maintain a foundation of education and experience to be utilized as an expert witness in court proceedings.
* Facilitates Case Review and maintain Case Updates in the event that the Family Advocate is unavailable, or the position is vacant.
* Uses NCAtrack to record data regarding interviews, interview summaries, and communication with MDT.

• Bachelor's degree in human services, social work or related field.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in the field of child abuse/neglect and/or related field

Compass Health Network is a nonprofit health care organization offering accessible, comprehensive, & compassionate behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine and dental services throughout Missouri. Our network of care includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri. We are both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC). Operating only from the highest ethical and professional standards, we provide access to innovative care designed to meet the health needs of the communities we serve. Our mission is "Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness."

Why join us?

We believe some of the most passionate people in the world work here. Our dedicated and talented staff are our most valuable asset. We strive to provide a work environment and services that are inclusive for our patients and our employees.

At Compass Health Network, these are just a few of the benefits that we offer as an organization:

• Competitive benefits
• Advancement opportunities
• Professional development
• Licensure supervision
• Mentor opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Scholarship program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Headspace Access
• Paid time off & Paid Holidays
• NHSC Loan Repayment Participant

We welcome inquiries from qualified individuals who want to be part of a team of hardworking, dedicated and compassionate employees whose work helps us aspire to our vision of full, healthy, productive lives for everyone. We look forward to meeting you!

Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.

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