Job Description
Description
Work For Good! Salary: $45,760 to $57,200 annually (DOE)
Schedule: M-F - 8 to 4:30 PM
Position Overview:Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Forensic Interviewer to conduct specialized interviews with children who are possible victims of child abuse and/or neglect, or witness to violence working with a multi-disciplinary team, in accordance with the organization’s Mission Statement and Core Values. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
By joining our team, you will make a difference every day-creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.
Benefits of Employment at CHS:- Work-Life Balance: Salary position at 40 hours a week.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Equal up to 30% of your salary . Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High-Deductible Health Plan with HSA), vision, dental, employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term & Long-Term Disability, and additional voluntary life and critical illness plans.
- Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
- Competitive Compensation: $45,760 to $57,200 (DOE) with yearly merit-based raises.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Includes a generous PTO package with 40 hours upfront, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community.
- Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and an up to an additional 5% profit sharing . Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service.
- Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.
What You Will Do:- Client Cases: Consult with investigative team members before, during and after child abuse interviews to ensure the integrity of the interviews. Participate in the case review process and Advisory Board meetings.
- Scheduling: Maintain weekly schedule of appointments.
- Report Management: Prepare report based on the interview and submit to the referral agency. Monitor records of interviews, sources of referrals, and disposition of cases. May maintain data for NCA Trak, submitting required data and reports.
- Judicial Appearances: Testify in criminal and/or juvenile court when appropriate to clarify information obtained during interview with child.
- Community Relations: Maintain professional relationships with team members from the hospital, pediatrician, law enforcement, States Attorney, DSS, U.S. Attorney, and other referral sources. Advocate to create and support high standards for child abuse investigations in areas receiving services.
- Professional Development: Maintain required training. Maintain knowledge regarding child abuse issues, both regionally and nationally, and interviewing techniques. Participate in peer review internally and with other CACs.
- Other duties as assigned.
What We’ll Love About You:- You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
- You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
- You are able to effectively communicate.
- You align with our mission, vision, and values.
- You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
- You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
- You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.
Requirements
Education: - Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field required.
Experience: - Minimum two years’ experience working with children and knowledge of child development.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:Normal office environment with minimal exposure to dust, noise, etc. Extended PC viewing and keyboarding required. Extended periods of sedentary work required
Must successfully complete all required background and pre-employment checks EEO/AA.
Join us at Children’s Home Society and truly
"Work for Good" every day, helping to change the world one child, one family, and one smile at a time.
Apply today!
Salary Description
$45,760 to $57,200 annually (DOE)