November 5, 2024

All Faiths

Albuquerque

FULL TIME

Forensic Interviewer

Forensic Interviewer
Full Time| Days | Onsite
Pay begins at $26.20/hour
*Eligible for Bilingual Pay Differential
All Faiths Children’s Advocacy Center (AFCAC) is currently seeking a Forensic Interviewer to join our team and help children and families thrive! AFCAC is the only Children’s Advocacy Center in Albuquerque, working as trusted advocates for children and families affected by trauma.
The ideal candidate will share Our Mission: We are the trusted advocates for children and families affected by trauma.
As we look ahead, we are on a transformative journey. Our center is taking immense pride in integrating the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model. This transition underscores our commitment to pioneering care within our community.
The CCBHC model extends beyond a framework—it embodies opportunity. It propels centers like ours to expand our care, identify and cater to individuals who frequently go unnoticed. Through innovative, evidence-based therapy and community partnerships, our mission is not only to bridge service gaps but to challenge and reduce health disparities.
By joining our team during this pivotal moment, you will:

Be at the heart of a community-centric approach to mental health.
Engage in evidence-based interventions, advocating for holistic care and collaboration.
Play a crucial role in a team that is dedicated to reshaping care and ensuring a lasting, positive imprint on our community’s well-being.

Are you ready to be part of a transformative movement?
Required:

Undergraduate degree in a field related to social sciences, education, criminal justice, nursing, psychology, etc.
Minimum of one year working with children.

What will I do as the Forensic Interviewer with All Faith’s?

Conduct and observe forensic interviews of child victims and witnesses in a manner that meets legal requirements of the investigation agencies and child protection needs.
Facilitate pre and post-interview case staffing with multi-disciplinary team members working the investigation.
Oversee intake and scheduling functions on a daily basis relative to emergencies and prioritizations.
Responsible for implementing quality assurance standards for intake and interviewing.
Assist in training new interviewers to insure that services and completed with satisfaction to meet the needs of the case team, as well as the developmental and emotional needs of the child.
Assist with ongoing review and revision of program practices and procedures.
Develop and conduct presentations for professionals at local, regional and national levels.
Participate in monthly case reviews with larger MDT in multiple counties as well as participate in peer review on a regular basis.
Complete case files, statistical and case-tracking paperwork.
Respond to subpoenas and testify when orders to do so by the court.
Maintain awareness of current techniques, controversies and research affecting the field of forensic interviewing.
Participate in on-going cross-disciplinary education and training.
Act as a team leader when assigned by supervisor.
Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

What makes All Faith’s unique?
At All Faith’s Children’s Advocacy Center, we work in a variety of mediums for the treatment of families, children and their caregivers who are struggling due to issues of divorce, homelessness, child abuse/neglect, family violence or other crises.
The Children’s Safehouse provides age-appropriate, legally defensible forensic interviews for children 2-18 years of age and developmentally disabled adults who have been the alleged victim of sexual or physical abuse, or who have witnessed a violent crime. Family advocates work closely with the alleged victim’s guardian to ensure that they are provided resources and follow-up care, such as medical attention, and therapy.
All Faiths Adoption Services works to help children find permanent, loving, and safe homes within a family. We work with birth families to provide comprehensive pregnancy options counseling and with prospective adoptive families for adoptions within New Mexico and between states.
The New Mexico FIESTA Project focuses on creating a support system for adoptive families through networking events, trainings, and connections to resources.
The Home Study Program contracts with the New Mexico Children, Youth & Families Department (CYFD) to provide detailed assessments and recommendations for licensure for both prospective foster families and CYFD adoptive families throughout the state of New Mexico.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities preferred to perform:

Effective decision-making skills in routine and emergency situations.
Ability to problem-solve and draw consensus with wide range of individuals and agencies.
Ability to set an example for quality work and professional atmosphere with CAC staff.
Able to demonstrate positive leadership and encouraging attitude contributing to staff development and morale.
Excellent command of technical and qualitative knowledge of child abuse investigation issue and dynamics.
Computer literacy
Valid divers license
Ability to drive for work related tasks as required by your supervisor.

All Faith’s Children’s Advocacy Center cares for our Staff by offering many competitive and generous benefits and perks including:

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
Flexible Spending (FSA)
401(k) retirement plan with employer matched savings
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
3 PTO banks (sick, vacation, Personal/Wellness), 10 Paid Holidays
Opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals & the community.

All Faiths Children’s Advocacy Center (AFCAC) is committed to providing an equal opportunity in our employment practices to all qualified applicants and employees, without regard to race, age, national origin, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ancestry, familial status, citizenship, national origin, physical/mental disability (or perceived disability), serious medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All Faiths Children’s Advocacy Center (AFCAC) conforms to the spirit as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Learn more about us at: www.allfaiths.org
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $26.17 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:

Monday to Friday

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