Forensic Interviewer

Forensic Interviewer

Primary responsibility of interviewing children alleged to be victims of sexual abuse, exploitation, severe child maltreatment, or witness to violent crimes. Forensic Interviewers are specially trained to interview children in a supportive, child-friendly, and non-leading way, while the investigators involved view the interview. The interview is digitally recorded to preserve the child's disclosure and demeanor, minimizing the number of times a child is interviewed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct forensic interviews utilizing a nationally recognized protocol.
• Gather pertinent information during pre and post interview process to conduct comprehensive interviews.
• Attend local, regional and national trainings on interviewing children and child abuse.
• Attend multidisciplinary case staffing to discuss disclosures.
• Participate in local, regional and national peer review and stay up to date on current literature to maintain a high level of interviewing skills.
• Testify as an expert witness in civil and criminal court regarding interviewing children, the process of disclosure and dynamics of child sexual abuse.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Hours: Monday – Friday | Hours will be discussed during interview.

Salary: Salary commensurate with experience. Criminal and CPS background check required prior to hiring and E-Verify upon hire.

Work Environment and Physical Demands: This position is generally in a sedentary role but may at times require the ability to lift files up to 20 pounds. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.