Child Forensic Interviewer & Advocate

10 Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta seeks a qualified professional to conduct developmentally appropriate forensic interviews of children and adolescents suspected of abuse, provide psychosocial assessment, advocacy, and testimony.

The role requires at least 3 years of experience in child protection or related fields, knowledge of court processes, and strong communication, collaboration with investigators, and ability to document findings clearly.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience with children and families in child protection, criminal justice/law enforcement, healthcare, mental health, or social service.
• Academic training or experience in and knowledge of developmental stages in children and adolescents.
• Experience in or familiarity with court system and testifying.

Responsibilities

• Conducts forensic interviews of children and adolescents who are suspected victims of sexual abuse, severe physical abuse, or having witnessed a violent crime.
• Consults with investigative team members before and after the forensic interview.
• Testifies in juvenile and/or criminal court proceeding when needed.
• Conducts psychosocial assessments with children and their caretakers to screen for child protection, custody, mental health, and other safety concerns.
• Serves as a backup for intake calls of suspected abuse cases by assessing and providing appropriate guidance and follow-up.
• Provides training and assistance within the organization and to community agencies and professionals.
• Coordinates program services with interagency partners, including law enforcement and child welfare agencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration with professionals

Oral and written communication

Computer literacy

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta seeks a qualified professional to conduct developmentally appropriate forensic interviews of children and adolescents suspected of abuse, provide psychosocial assessment, advocacy, and testimony.

The role requires at least 3 years of experience in child protection or related fields, knowledge of court processes, and strong communication, collaboration with investigators, and ability to document findings clearly.