Job Description

Time Type:

Part time

Hours per Pay Period:

40

Shift:

Day Shift

Minimum:

$23.87 USD

Maximum:

$30.69 USD(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job)

Department:

Kids' Hope Center

Current Bay Area Hospital Employee: If you are a current Bay Area Hospital employee, please apply through the Workday internal career site.

The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees.

Forensic Child InterviewerProvides on-site forensic child interviews and support to the families through the court process as part of a multidisciplinary assessment team.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to work and communicate well with children and adolescents
• Exercises good judgment, demonstrates effective critical thinking skills
• Flexible, able to prioritize and address multiple responsibilities concurrently
• Works effectively under stress and frequently changing job requirements/situations
• Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location
• Demonstrates the ability to use a personal computer and various software programs applicable to the position
• Demonstrates the ability to operate applicable office equipment
• Exhibits the ability to deal effectively interdepartmentally & with the public
• Exhibits the ability to maintain confidentiality, think and act independently with minimal supervision
• Demonstrates strong writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Ability to participate in quality assurance reviews, peer reviews and case consultations
• Knowledge of and in compliance with, the center’s policies and procedures
• Bi-lingual communication skills preferred

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES

• Forensic Interviewer must be or have been a law enforcement officer or a DHS-Child Welfare worker;
• Or have a Master’s degree in a related field and two years of experience working with children;
• Or a Bachelor’s degree and four years of documented experience working with children;
• And have completed the Oregon Child Forensic Interviewer Training or must obtain within 90days of hire date
• Current Oregon driver’s license and valid automobile insurance
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)

EXPERIENCE

• Background in working with children and families who have been affected by abuse
• Focus on continuing education and assures use of best practices
• Extensive experience in child development, mental health, psychology, social work, or related field
• Background in interviewing children and families, and in the assessment of cases where allegations of abuse and/or neglect have been made preferred

GENERAL INFORMATION

Union Affiliation: None

The entirety of this job description outlines the requirements of a 1.0 FTE position. Items in bold indicate the required duties of a 0.5 FTE position. The required duties of this position may be modified in the event that its FTE status is adjusted. This position is funded solely by federal grants from the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA). The FTE status and long-term feasibility of this position are contingent upon the Center’s receipt of such grants, as determined by VOCA.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking
• Requires the ability to deal with distressing, emotionally challenging circumstances and cases, including individuals who may be angry or upset
• May be required to lift up to 20 pounds
• Requires significant use of personal computer, phone and general office equipment
• Needs adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects
• Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone
• May require off-site travel

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Compensation Grade:

D

Compensation Grade Profile:

D - Hourly

Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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