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Forensic Interviewer Hours: 37.5 hours per week Overall Responsibilities: To provide developmentally and culturally appropriate and legally defensible forensic interviews of children and adolescents alleging sexual abuse. Forensic Interviewers working with the District Attorney's Office/Children's Advocacy Center of Worcester County will have the following duties and responsibilities:

1. Conduct forensic interviews of children and adolescents alleging sexual abuse;
2. Facilitate pre- and post- interview multidisciplinary team meetings;
3. Participate in case reviews and present cases when requested;
4. Assist in making appropriate referrals;
5. Participate in supervision, professional development and ongoing training activities;
6. Provide trainings to community and partner agencies on interviewing, CAC, and mandated reporting.

Qualifications: Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred in human services, criminal justice or related field and/or Associate's degree with previous experience in working with victims of violent crime; Strong working knowledge of criminal court system; Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; Ability to work in a fast paced environment; Strong written and oral communication skills; Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and maturity in handling sensitive matters; Self-motivated individual who works well both independently and as part of a team; Always displays professional appearance; Foster a cooperative working relationship with all District Attorney's staff, Trial court staff, Police officers and community agencies to enhance the delivery of services to crime victims; Sensitivity to and ability to respond appropriately to cultural differences of the public and staff; A commitment to empowering others to solve their own problems, including the ability to set appropriate boundaries; and Interest in crime victim/witness rights and services. Mass., Inc.

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