Forensic Child Interviewer - Part Time - Local, Onsite Only

Bay Area Hospital; Center (IN); On-site; USD 32,883 - 42,278; Part time

Job summary

A community health organization in Indiana is seeking a Forensic Child Interviewer on a part-time basis to provide on-site interviews and family support in court proceedings. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and background in child welfare, law enforcement, or related fields. This role demands strong communication skills and the ability to work with emotionally challenging cases. The position requires a commitment to confidentiality and may involve off-site travel, with compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Forensic Interviewer must be or have been a law enforcement officer or a DHS‑Child Welfare worker.
• Master’s degree in a related field and two years of experience with children.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides on-site forensic child interviews and support to families during the court process.
• Participate in quality assurance reviews, peer reviews, and case consultations.
• Maintain confidentiality and think independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Work and communicate well with children and adolescents

Exercise good judgment and demonstrate effective critical thinking skills

Flexible, able to prioritize and address multiple responsibilities concurrently

Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills

Bi‑lingual communication skills preferred

Education

Master’s degree in a related field and two years of experience working with children

Bachelor’s degree and four years of documented experience working with children

Forensic Interviewer must be or have been a law enforcement officer or a DHS‑Child Welfare worker

Tools

Personal computer

Office equipment

Job description

Forensic Child Interviewer - Part Time

Bay Area Hospital – Kids' Hope Center

Salary:

• Maximum: $30.69 USD (rate for an individual with significant experience)
• Minimum: $23.87 USD

Time Type: Part time

Hours Per Pay Period: 40

Shift: Day Shift

Department: Kids' Hope Center

Job Description: Provides on-site forensic child interviews and support to the families through the court process as part of a multidisciplinary assessment team.

Skills and Abilities

• Work and communicate well with children and adolescents
• Exercise good judgment and demonstrate effective critical thinking skills
• Flexible, able to prioritize and address multiple responsibilities concurrently
• Work effectively under stress and frequently changing job requirements/situations
• Maintain regular, consistent, and punctual attendance at the assigned job location
• Use a personal computer and various software programs applicable to the position
• Operate applicable office equipment
• Deal effectively interdepartmentally and with the public
• Maintain confidentiality, think and act independently with minimal supervision
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Participate in quality assurance reviews, peer reviews and case consultations
• Know and comply with the center’s policies and procedures
• Bi‑lingual communication skills preferred

Education, Certifications, Licenses, Degrees

• Forensic Interviewer must be or have been a law enforcement officer or a DHS‑Child Welfare worker
• Or have a Master’s degree in a related field and two years of experience working with children
• Or a Bachelor’s degree and four years of documented experience working with children
• And have completed the Oregon Child Forensic Interviewer Training or must obtain within 90 days of hire date
• Current Oregon driver’s license and valid automobile insurance
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)

Experience

• Background in working with children and families who have been affected by abuse
• Focus on continuing education and assure use of best practices
• Extensive experience in child development, mental health, psychology, social work, or related field
• Background in interviewing children and families, and in the assessment of cases where allegations of abuse and/or neglect have been made preferred

General Information

Union Affiliation: None

The entirety of this job description outlines the requirements of a 1.0 FTE position. Items in bold indicate the required duties of a 0.5 FTE position. The required duties of this position may be modified in the event that its FTE status is adjusted. This position is funded solely by federal grants from the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA). The FTE status and long‑term feasibility of this position are contingent upon the Center’s receipt of such grants, as determined by VOCA.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements

• Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking
• Requires the ability to deal with distressing, emotionally challenging circumstances and cases, including individuals who may be angry or upset
• May be required to lift up to 20 pounds`li>
• Requires significant use of personal computer, phone and general office equipment
• Needs adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects
• Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone
• May require off‑site travel

Compensation Grade

D

Compensation Grade Profile

D – Hourly

Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.