Location: Hot Springs, Arkansas
Department: Non-Clinical/Support Services
Sub-category: Administrative/Clerical/Registration
Shift: Days
Co-worker Type: Regular
Time Type: Full Time
Facility/Clinic Name: Mercy Child Advocate Center - Hot Springs
Req. ID: 935675
We’re a Little Different
Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.
At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”
Overview:
The Forensic Interviewer is responsible for conducting neutral, fact-finding, and legally defensible interviews using the ChildFirst protocol with children who are suspected victims and/or witnesses of maltreatment at all CAMCAC locations. He/She works directly with members of the multidisciplinary team and will regularly participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings. The Forensic Interviewer provides testimony in a variety of court hearings. The Forensic Interviewer regularly
Participates in peer review, case review, and maintains up-to-date client records.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor' s Degree in Social Work or related field
- Experience: Experience with and knowledge of the field of child maltreatment is preferred, including working with multi-disciplinary team- ChildFirst Certification preferred, but not mandatory
- Must be willing to attend ChildFirst Training Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes
- Ability to work well with all team members and co-workers and maintain right relationships.
- Ability to cope with stressful situations.
- Knowledge of child development
- Must have stellar communication skills.
- Must always possess high integrity and maintain confidentiality.
- Basic knowledge of office equipment and Microsoft Office
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Must have ability to maintain flexible schedule to meet the needs of children as they arise.
- Special Requirements: Must be available for on-call rotation which includes 24hour availability as scheduled.
- Must have a driver's license and personal vehicle.
We Offer Great Benefits:
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.