Bilingual Forensic Interviewer - Trauma-Informed Advocate

Paycom - ATS; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Childhelp, based in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a Dedicated Forensic Interviewer to schedule and conduct joint interviews for victims and witnesses within a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes rigorous documentation, case management, and coordination with legal counsel.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Social Sciences and at least two years of experience in a multi-disciplinary setting, with fluency in English and Spanish. Strong ethics and trauma-informed care are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Sciences with an emphasis in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years' experience in a multi-disciplinary environment with Child Protective Services, Law Enforcement, and Human Services.
• Demonstrated expertise in forensic interviewing protocols with children/adolescents and vulnerable adults.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills. Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and coordinate interviews: schedule and conduct joint forensic interviews for victims/witnesses.
• Documentation and case management: maintain case files, video logs, and statistical tracking with meticulous written records.
• Team collaboration: participate in weekly Case Reviews and coordinate information with multidisciplinary team members.
• Legal proceedings: participate in pre-trial interviews and provide testimony in court proceedings on interview processes.
• Professional development: stay current on forensic interviewing research and best practices.

Skills

Forensic interviewing protocols

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

Master's degree in Social Sciences (psychology/counseling/social work)

Job description

Childhelp, based in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a Dedicated Forensic Interviewer to schedule and conduct joint interviews for victims and witnesses within a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes rigorous documentation, case management, and coordination with legal counsel.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Social Sciences and at least two years of experience in a multi-disciplinary setting, with fluency in English and Spanish. Strong ethics and trauma-informed care are essential.