Description
Dawson Place Child Advocacy Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Child Interview Specialist and MDT (Multidisciplinary Team) Case Tracker to join our dynamic team. In this vital role, you will have two specific tasks: 1) Child Interview Specialist - Conduct forensic interviews with child victims of sexual assault and physical abuse, work closely with deputy prosecuting attorneys and detectives to develop cases involving child victims or other victims with special needs, and consult on incoming child abuse cases with assigned agency personnel. May also be responsible for interviewing child or adult witnesses and victims of crimes and testifying in court as needed. 2) MDT Case Tracker - Track individual client cases from first intake until end of case. This includes but is not limited to, monitoring services needed by client for healing and/or safety, confirm scheduling and provision of services received. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, and passionate about advocating for children and families.
Responsibilities
Interviews child and/or adult victims of sexual assault and physical abuse.
Documents interview and maintains detailed records of all interviews and statistics.
Assists investigators in interviewing victims and witnesses of other crimes, conducts courtesy interviews for police agencies in other jurisdictions and for all law enforcement agencies, and interviews children and adults who are developmentally delayed and/or physical disabled as requested.
Provides training to public and to detectives on forensic child interviewing.
Networks with community agencies to maintain compatible working relationships.
Participates in on-going peer review for forensic child interviews.
Participates in regularly scheduled supervision and team meetings.
Remains compliant with required trainings and certifications.
Tracks and monitors client cases from first visit to end of need for services at Dawson Place.
Works with Program Managers to oversee access scheduling process in conjunction with the support staff.
Behaves in an ethical and professional manner consistent with agency policy, state law, and licensing entities if applicable.
Understands and practices safekeeping of client protected health information per agency policies and procedures.
Demonstrates respect for diversity and a commitment to developing multicultural competency and sensitivity.
Skills
Excellent customer relations skills, with the ability to relate effectively, sensitively, and warmly to a wide range of clients and professionals.
Ability to maintain a positive, solution-focused demeanor when responding to conflicts or problems.
Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to multitask within a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
Excellent clerical and/or administrative skills.
Knowledge of the criminal justice system, dependency system, and interviewing victims and witnesses.
Knowledge of and skill in interviewing techniques, particularly as they relate to children and those with special needs.
Ability to maintain a positive, solution-focused demeanor when responding to conflicts or problems.
Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to multitask within a fast-paced environment.
General computer proficiency, including the ability to utilize electronic medical record systems and accurate typing and word processing skills.
Ability to pass pre-employment criminal background check, which may or may not include an additional search by DCYF.
To apply send resume and cover letter to HR@dawsonplace.org
Requirements
Skills
Excellent customer relations skills, with the ability to relate effectively, sensitively, and warmly to a wide range of clients and professionals.
Ability to maintain a positive, solution-focused demeanor when responding to conflicts or problems.
Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to multitask within a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
Excellent clerical and/or administrative skills.
Knowledge of the criminal justice system, dependency system, and interviewing victims and witnesses.
Knowledge of and skill in interviewing techniques, particularly as they relate to children and those with special needs.
Ability to maintain a positive, solution-focused demeanor when responding to conflicts or problems.
Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to multitask within a fast-paced environment.
General computer proficiency, including the ability to utilize electronic medical record systems and accurate typing and word processing skills.
Ability to pass pre-employment criminal background check, which may or may not include an additional search by DCYF.
Education/Experience
BA/BS/BSW Degree in Behavioral Science, Child Psychology, Police Services, or related field required. MA/MS/MSW Degree preferred.
1 year experience interviewing child victims of physical or sexual abuse in association with law enforcement agency or any equivalent combination of training and/or experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Completion of training or equivalent training related to interviewing child victims of sexual or physical abuse preferred. Commitment to attend the child interviewing training as soon as possible upon hire required.
Experience in medical, mental health or social services field preferred.
Valid Washington State Driver's License required including vehicle and appropriate insurance, if applicable.
Job Type: Full-time
