Victim Advocate / Forensic Interviewer

Twin Cedars Youth and Family Services
Twin Cedars Youth and Family Services

Legal

Columbus, GA, USA

Posted 6+ months ago
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Services Delivery or related field preferred; CAC-endorsed forensic interviewing training a plus (required once employed); proficiency with Word/Excel/web databases; ability to interface with key community stakeholders; handle highly sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality.Organizational Relationships: Reports to Assistant Program Coordinator (APC); provides direct forensic interview services; maintains on-call for after-hours appointments; interfaces with human service providers and Twin Cedars staff.Key Responsibilities: Conducts forensic interviews with children and developmentally delayed adults; assists with scheduling/coordination; stays current on techniques; participates in peer reviews; staffs cases; prepares for expert testimony; interfaces with DFCS and law enforcement. Coordinates victim outreach services: develops resource guides, greets consumers and explains rights, conducts caregiver intake, maintains confidential documentation, coordinates intake procedures, serves as point of contact, assists with paperwork for judicial process, conducts follow-ups and distributes psycho-educational materials. Provides medical accompaniment through sexual assault exam process and scheduling; serves as primary records custodian (copies, evidence release forms, maintains files, client satisfaction surveys). Assists clients through final case disposition; provides court accompaniment; represents Forensic Interviewer discipline on MDT Case Review. Send resume to ksieck@twincedars.org.