Forensic Interviewer - Children's Justice Center (Project position through 12/31/2025)
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Job SummaryThe position serves as a civilian forensic interviewer at the Children's Justice Center (CJC) in coordination with CJC's multidisciplinary child abuse response team. This team is responsible for a comprehensive and holistic response to incidents of suspected felony-level child abuse throughout Clark County. The forensic interviewer's main role is to conduct forensic interviews with children in a timely, neutral and trauma informed manner. The forensic interviewer will utilize their expertise in child abuse and exploitation to help the team identify and respond appropriately to the needs of each individual child. Special projects or other relevant duties will also be assigned when the forensic interviewer is available to ensure full productivity and utilization of this staff person's special skills on these teams. As the forensic interviewer, court appearances will be required to educate the trier of fact about the interview process or to clarify specifics about the interview or dynamics of victimization. Other duties include participating in Peer Review and Case Review meetings, service reporting and other projects related to this position.This position is a 1.0 FTE project position and reports directly to the CJC Executive Director. Funding for this position is currently through December 2025 but may be converted to a permanent position if additional funding is secured.This position is non-exempt and non-represented with Clark County.Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work or other related field is desirable.A minimum five years of direct experience working with children and families is requiredAll combinations of education, experience and training that demonstrate the ability to perform the work will be consideredSubstantial understanding and experience working with other professional disciplines whose work involves the criminal justice and child welfare systemsUnderstanding basic child development, children with special needs and the ramifications of child abuse is essentialFormal training in a forensic interviewing protocol recognized by the National Children's Alliance is strongly preferredKnowledge of: Principles and practices of forensic interviewing of children; Children's Advocacy Centers and the multidisciplinary team model; dynamics of child abuse and exploitation; child responses to trauma; effective communication with children and the neutral and legal role of a forensic interviewer.Ability to: Work well and coordinate with the CJC multidisciplinary team; assess children for trauma and special needs; effectively build rapport and interact with children to elicit facts in a neutral and legal manner; respond as appropriate in emergent circumstances and effectively schedule and manage time to ensure timely completion of interviews in accordance with the established protocol; work independently with reliability; maintain neutrality in communications; stay within the boundaries of the unique role of a forensic interview and maintain effective working relationship with coworkers and agency partners; possess basic computer skills; thoroughly document, log and track data; use video recording equipment; drive and utilize own vehicle; abide by County, State and Federal laws and regulations that are relevant to the work of a forensic interviewer.The ideal candidate will have the following strengths:
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong organizational, time management and conflict management skills
  • Knowledge and experience with forensic interviewing of suspected child victims and witnesses in a culturally and developmentally appropriate, trauma informed and legally defensible manner
  • Understanding and experience with maintaining a neutral and trauma-informed position on a Children's Advocacy Center multidisciplinary team
  • Ability to effectively communicate with children who have experienced significant trauma
  • Ability to assess for special needs and utilize a skilled communication approach accordingly
  • Understanding of the roles of multidisciplinary team members including, but not limited to, representatives of law enforcement, medical and mental health providers, Child Protective Services, prosecutors, and community- and systems-based victim advocates
  • Significant expertise and understanding of child development and the psychosocial ramifications of child abuse
  • Knowledge of how to fulfill mandated reporting responsibilities
  • Employment References, including former supervisors, will be conducted for the final candidates. Applicants shall also provide verification of education completed
  • Driver License verification and criminal background checks will be performed prior to final selection.

SELECTION PROCESSApplications will be accepted until an adequate number of applications are received or the position is filled. This recruitment may be closed at any time after the first review date of 12/31/2024.Application Review - An on-line application is required. Incomplete applications will not pass the review; attaching a resume or referring to a resume does not substitute for a completed application. Candidates will be evaluated based on the content of their applications and those deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.Cover Letter Required - In addition to the Clark County application, applicants shall submit a cover letter articulating their knowledge of CJC and interest in the specific position posted. Document must be added to the Documents section of My Application. Please include the Recruitment Number in the file name (i.e., [Last Name] Cover Letter IRCxxxx.doc).Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, but not be limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job posting. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.Examples of Duties

• Conduct neutral forensic interview services with suspected child abuse and exploitation victims and witnesses, working with other members of the multidisciplinary team (MDT).
• Provide medical referrals for children and youth interviewed to ensure the safety, health and welfare of children.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with professionals in the criminal justice and child welfare systems, as well as human and social service agencies that provide services to suspected child victims and witnesses and their families.
• Participate in peer review and ongoing professional development as required by accreditation standards promulgated by the National Children's Alliance.
• Participate in MDT case review to ensure the seamless coordination of services for victim/witness and family's concerns are heard and addressed.
• Make presentations to community groups and child abuse professionals to educate and inform the public about CJC's services.
• Recommend modifications to program objectives, policies, procedures and strategies to improve service quality.
• Complete case tracking requirements and work as a team with CJC staff and team members to prepare the annual report and other reports and statistics as may be needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Salary GradeM3.200Salary Range$33.87 - $47.40- per hourClose Date01/20/2025RecruiterKeely WarrenEmail:...@clark.wa.govEqual Opportunity EmployerClark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at Employee Benefits and additional compensationClark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at Retirement InformationAll Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) ###-####; Relay (800) ###-####.