What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Forensic Interviewer position at Kids FIRST?
Join Kids FIRST, a proud Oregon 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For recipient, and be part of a compassionate team dedicated to bringing hope and healing to children impacted by abuse.
We're seeking a fluent English/Spanish Bilingual Forensic Interviewer to conduct developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed forensic interviews with children, collaborate with multidisciplinary partners, and play a vital role in child abuse investigations throughout Lane County.
What You'll Do:
- Conduct trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate forensic interviews with children using the Oregon Interviewing Guidelines.
- Collaborate with law enforcement, child welfare, prosecutors, medical providers, and other multidisciplinary team (MDT) partners throughout the assessment process.
- Document interviews, maintain accurate case records, and contribute to multidisciplinary case review.
- Provide fact and, when appropriate, expert witness testimony in criminal and civil court proceedings.
- Participate in ongoing training, peer review, and professional development to maintain best-practice interviewing skills.
- Deliver outreach, education, and consultation to MDT and community partners on child abuse and forensic interviewing.
What We're Looking For:
- Fluent English/Spanish (required).
- Bachelor's degree with 4 years or Master's degree with 2 years of experience in child abuse, social work, counseling, psychology, child development, or a related field.
- Ability to pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check and child welfare history check.
Required Training:
- Completion of Oregon Child Forensic Interviewing Training (OCFIT) is preferred; candidates without prior training must complete OCFIT prior to conducting any Forensic Interviews. The next available OCFIT training is October 26-30 in Eugene, Oregon, and selected candidates must be available to attend.
Hiring Timeline:
- Application review and first-round interviews begin: August 14
- Anticipated start date: October 19
Why Kids FIRST?
We offer an outstanding benefits package, including:
- 100% employer-paid medical and dental coverage for employees and their families
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- 3% retirement match
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Summer Fridays and weekly self-care hours
- FireMed membership
- A collaborative, mission-driven team committed to supporting children and families
Mission: Providing intervention and advocacy for children who are victims of, or witnesses to, crime.
Kids FIRST is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where every child and family is treated with dignity and respect.
Resume and cover letter are required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Salary : $65,000 - $80,000