Forensic Interviewer

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.



Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $27.50 - $44.00



Union Position:

No

Department Details

Summary

Conducts thorough forensic interviews regarding allegations of abuse or neglect.

Job Description

Works collaboratively with multi-disciplinary team members to ensure individuals are provided quality support and an interview that is forensically sound and follows national standards. The Forensic Interviewer will be expected to work closely and effectively with investigators, prosecutors, mental health specialists, medical providers, social services, advocates and others involved in a case. Conducts developmentally appropriate, forensically sound and thorough forensic interviews with individuals regarding allegations of abuse or neglect. Collaborates with multi-disciplinary team members in abuse or neglect cases. Acts as an advocate to create and support high standards for abuse or neglect investigations. Provides education, prevention and training to agencies and communities. Coordinates the case review process. Testifies in court.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Criminal Justice or related field. Master’s degree in related field preferred.
Two years’ work experience with children in human services, criminal justice or related field.

Individuals with forensic interviewing responsibilities must demonstrate participation in ongoing education in the field of child maltreatment and/or forensic interviewing consisting of a minimum of 8 hours of Continuing Education Unit (CEU)/Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits every two years.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.