Child-Victim Forensic Interview Specialist

Hawai`i State Judiciary; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Pension plan

Job summary

The Hawaii State Judiciary seeks a Forensic Interview Specialist (DL), SR-22, to conduct developmentally appropriate, video-recorded forensic interviews with alleged child abuse victims or child witnesses, testify in court, and provide training and consultation. A bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field is required, plus two-and-a-half years of specialized experience and a valid driver’s license.

Substitution options include a master’s degree or JD for one year of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, child development, social work, criminal justice or related field.
• Two and a half years of professional child interviewing experience.
• Ability to write clearly, read complex material, and present findings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct developmentally appropriate, video-recorded forensic interviews of alleged child abuse victims or witnesses.
• Testify in court and provide training/consultation in forensic interviews.
• Assist with coordination of child abuse cases and related duties.

Skills

Specialized child interviewing

Discretion and tact

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

Experience substitution: master's degree or JD for one year

Job description

The Hawaii State Judiciary seeks a Forensic Interview Specialist (DL), SR-22, to conduct developmentally appropriate, video-recorded forensic interviews with alleged child abuse victims or child witnesses, testify in court, and provide training and consultation. A bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field is required, plus two-and-a-half years of specialized experience and a valid driver’s license.

Substitution options include a master’s degree or JD for one year of experience.