What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forensic Interviewer position at Juniata County Children's Advocacy Center?
Organizational Mission:
The mission of a Children’s Advocacy Center is to provide a safe, child-focused environment where children and families impacted by abuse receive coordinated services, compassionate support, and access to justice while promoting healing, prevention, and community awareness.
Job Summary:
Conducts thorough interviews of children referred by law enforcement and child protective service agencies. Interviews are conducted in a developmentally and forensically appropriate manner. Audio and visual recorded interviews are conducted by the forensic interviewer in a child-friendly and team-supported environment. Additional responsibilities include supporting the general day-to-day activities of the Children’s Advocacy Center.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Conducts forensic interviews of children ages 3-18 based on best practice standards of the National Children’s Alliance or other national training organizations
- Prepares for, attends, and presents testimony in court hearings as subpoenaed. Including both civil and criminal court
- Maintains and expands skill level and relevant knowledge base through peer review, research, and professional growth
- Provides and/or participates in training with associate agencies and the community to promote the Children’s Advocacy Center model for general child abuse prevention and intervention strategies
- Facilitates and participates in monthly multidisciplinary team case review meetings and statewide peer review for forensic interviewers
Required Skills and Experience:
· Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field.
· At least one year of experience working with children and families, and a demonstrated knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse, preferred.
· Proficiency in Spanish preferred, but not required.
· High level of written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, computer skills, and collaborative capabilities
· Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities
· Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
· Ability to work effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
· Background checks - child abuse history, criminal history, and FBI clearances.
· Valid PA Driver’s License and proof of auto insurance
Salary and Benefits:
Contracted for sixteen (16) hours per week at $21 per hour
How to apply:
Email cover letter and resume (with 3 references) to Kristin Lindsey and Kara Strawser.
klindsey@tricoda.org & karastrawser@yahoo.com
Deadline for Applications: June 3, 2026
Pay: $21.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21