REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF PROGRAM SERVICES

REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF PROGRAM SERVICES

COMPENSATION: COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE EXEMPT STATUS: SALARIED, NON-EXEMPT COMMITMENT TYPE: FULL TIME

BASE OF OPERATIONS: ROCKWALL, TX

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for conducting Forensic Interviews, administrative and programmatic support of partner relationships, and case coordination as needed. This position will also assist in documentation of recommended services, comprehensive case management, and case dispositions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct interviews of alleged victims of child abuse and witnesses of violent crime aged two through seventeen years, and adults with developmental delays
• Foster an environment that is sensitive to a child’s cognitive, emotional, and psychological development, without leading a child in questioning
• Provide court testimony regarding cases
• Participate in regular peer review and supervisory review sessions in which job proficiency is assessed
• Stay current on forensic interviewing trends and literature and pursue professional development in the field of child abuse.
• Participate in monthly Strategy Session meetings as needed
• Plan and execute quarterly Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) Events
• Coordinate and support efforts to build relationships with partners, including team recognition and appreciation
• Participate in on and off-site visits with team members
• Create and facilitate monthly opportunities for enhancing partner relationships
• Support continuing education efforts of the Multi-Disciplinary Team
• Contribute to comprehensive case management
• Document ongoing case and CAC service status, tracking progress along continuum of care
• Communicate with MDT partner agencies to collect data and information regarding case services and dispositions.
• Create, organize, and coordinate all supporting elements needed to conduct monthly Strategy Session
• Attend monthly Strategy Session meetings to document case progression and service
• Ensure integrity of data as needed to satisfy CACRC reporting requirements
• Serve as back up MDT Coordinator, as needed, by monitoring the MDT Response Line, identifying Statewide Intake notifications that fall within the CACRC Protocol and facilitate the initiation of the multi-disciplinary team response
• Must be able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
• Other job duties as requested by Director of Program Services

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a social service, child development, criminal justice, or a related field OR a minimum of four years of full-time experience in a child welfare/victim services setting
• Trained in a Forensic Interviewing protocol preferred

 Experience:

• Experience as a Forensic Interviewer preferred
• Experience working with child abuse victims and their families
• Experience working with law enforcement, DFPS, District Attorney’s Office
• Familiarity with child abuse interventions, DFPS, and legal investigations

Knowledge/Skill Requirements:

• Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain professional boundaries
• Ability to communicate, verbal and written, in a professional and appropriate manner
• Working knowledge of child and family dynamics, child abuse dynamics utilizing empirical data and specialized interviewing techniques
• Possess a high level of cultural intelligence to ensure that services are assessable and tailored to meet the individual and unique needs of clients, community members, and the MDT
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work with diverse perspectives
• Excellent computer and technology skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as the ability to learn and use web-based software

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting of office materials (up to 25lbs)
• Bending, stooping, reaching and other movement required in working with children

Other Information:

• Position involves on-call
• Position involves some evening, weekend, and holiday hours
• Travel may occasionally be required for educational or business purposes. It is not anticipated that any travel would last more than 2 – 3 days
• Must complete training in the Forensic Interviewing Protocol through the Children’s Advocacy Centers of Texas
• Must complete Multi-Disciplinary Team training through Children’s Advocacy Centers of Texas
• Pursue professional development in the field of child abuse through regular peer review, related literature, and continuing education
• Expected participation in professional development activities (ie: regular peer review, related literature, continuing education, leadership development)
• Employment dependent upon the successful completion of a background check, including criminal and DFPS clearances

If you have the qualifications outlined, and are interested in applying for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to: Applicant@rockwallcac.org

The Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.