About this opportunity
Fedcap Rehabilitation Services lists this Forensic Interviewer opportunity in tupelo, Mississippi. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
What You'll Do
nAs 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.
nYour Responsibilities Will Include:
nnnProvide forensic interviews when there is an allegation of abuse to ensure safety of the child and assess for needed referrals.
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nnReceive intakes, schedule, and conduct forensic interviews.
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nnWork 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 needs are met. Ensure that forensic interview sharing is in compliance with all Mississippi laws.
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nnMeet with MDT members after the forensic interview to discuss the interview outcome and make the appropriate recommendations.
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nnProvide fact and/or expert witness testimony in court when requested for prosecution and defense when necessary.
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nnProviding monthly forensic interview logs to CAC Director or Assistant Director for data reporting.
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nnParticipate in Peer Review two times a calendar year per NCA Standards and attend trainings and conferences in child abuse maltreatment.
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nnTracking of case statistics and ensuring forensic interview information is properly documented.
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n nYou're a great fit for this role if you have:
nnnBachelor degree in psychology, social work, criminal justice or related field or 2+ years of work experience in child abuse maltreatment.
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nnChild First Mississippi Forensic Interviewing Court Preparation Training Certificate.
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nnAdvanced knowledge of child abuse dynamics and child development.
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nnDemonstrate discretion, maturity, integrity, and compassion in handling sensitive issues.
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nnStrong written communication and verbal skills; communicate effectively with person from all components of the community; exceptional problem solving and organizational skills.
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nnWillingness to work with a flexible schedule when necessary.
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n nCompensation & Benefits
nnnCompensation: $44,000 Per year
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nnBenefits
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nnHealth insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
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nnPaid time off (Vacation, Sick, Floating)
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nnRetirement plan 403(b)
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nnFlexible Spending Account (FSA)
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nnCommuter Benefits
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nnLife/Accident insurance
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nnShort-term Disability Insurance
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nnLong-term Disability Insurance
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nnEmployee Assistance Plan (EAP)
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n nWho We Are
nEasterseals 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.
nThe Fedcap Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are an EEO employer committed to diversity.
Worksite address
tupelo, MS, 38802, US
Who can apply
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