Trauma-Informed NICHD Forensic Interview Specialist

UINTAH COUNTY; Vernal (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Grant funded position

Equal employment opportunity employer

Job summary

Uintah County is seeking a part-time Forensic Interview Specialist to conduct developmentally sensitive, NICHD protocol-based forensic interviews of children and vulnerable adults.

The role collaborates with a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), participates in case staffing and reviews, maintains meticulous records, and provides courtroom testimony as needed. Applicants must meet education and training requirements and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, child development, criminal justice, or related field.
• Preference for 3 years of professional experience in child welfare, criminal justice, forensic interviewing, victim services, or behavioral health.
• Must hold a valid Utah driver's license, pass a background check, and complete NICHD forensic interview training within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct developmentally sensitive forensic interviews using NICHD Protocol.
• Collaborate with MDT including law enforcement, DCFS, prosecutors, and medical providers.
• Participate in weekly case staffing, MDT case reviews, and statewide peer reviews.
• Maintain meticulous case documentation and recordings under evidentiary standards.
• Provide professional courtroom testimony regarding protocol adherence when subpoenaed.

Skills

Forensic interviewing

MDT collaboration

Courtroom testimony

Emotional resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, child development, criminal justice, or related field

Tools

NICHD Protocol

Job description

Uintah County is seeking a part-time Forensic Interview Specialist to conduct developmentally sensitive, NICHD protocol-based forensic interviews of children and vulnerable adults.

The role collaborates with a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), participates in case staffing and reviews, maintains meticulous records, and provides courtroom testimony as needed. Applicants must meet education and training requirements and pass background checks.