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Bilingual Forensic Interviewer - Nassau County CAC

EAC Network • Bethpage, NY • 10h ago

Salary Range $30.00 - $36.00 Hourly

Position Type Full Time

Education Level Bachelors Degree

Description

Join Our Team as a Bilingual Forensic Interviewer for our Nassau Child Advocacy Center.

Are you passionate about supporting the Youth population, and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 80,000 people through 120 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated full time Forensic Interviewer to join the Nassau Child Advocacy Center.

Wage: $30 to $36 per hour Schedule: 9AM-5PM, Monday- Friday (with 1-2 evening hours as needed) Location: 15 Grumman Road W, Suite 1000 Bethpage NY 11714

Primary Purpose of the Position:

The EAC Network Nassau County Child Advocacy Center, located in Bethpage, NY, provides a coordinated, child-focused response to allegations of child sexual abuse. The Forensic Interviewer conducts trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive forensic interviews of children and adolescents referred by the Department of Social Services (DSS), law enforcement, and the District Attorney's Office. This position reports directly to the Nassau CAC Program Director and works in full collaboration with the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT).

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

Conduct forensic interviews in accordance with Nassau County MDT guidelines, National Children's Alliance (NCA) accreditation standards, New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) protocols and recognized best practices.

Coordinate interview scheduling with DSS, Special Victims Unit, and the District Attorney's Office to ensure timely interviews.

Actively participate in MDT pre-briefings and debriefings to support coordinated case planning.

Participate in peer review sessions to ensure consistency, quality assurance, and continuous improvement of forensic interviewing practices.

Accurately document interviews and case information in the assigned database; maintain records in compliance with funder, agency, and MDT requirements.

Provide testimony in criminal, family, and civil court proceedings when subpoenaed; defend the integrity of forensic interviews conducted.

Provide information and support to child victims and non-offending caregivers regarding the interview process and criminal justice system procedures.

Assist the CAC Director with program data collection, statistical reporting, and scheduling functions as assigned.

Attend mandatory and supplemental professional development trainings to maintain current knowledge of research, techniques, and standards in forensic interviewing and child abuse investigations.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Nassau CAC Director and EAC Network Administration.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.

Minimum two (2) years of experience working in child sexual abuse investigations, forensic interviewing, child protective services, or a related field.

Successful completion of, or ability to complete, NCA, OCFS, or Nassau County MDT-approved forensic interviewer training program upon hire.

Working knowledge of child protective services, law enforcement investigative protocols, and the criminal, family, and civil court systems.

Ability to independently manage high-stress, sensitive situations while maintaining composure and sound judgment.

Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, database systems, and other relevant software applications.

Flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and occasional weekends, as required by program operations.

Valid New York State driver's license and access to a reliable automobile required.

Must be bilingual in Spanish.

What We Offer:

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401K with a 3% automatic contribution after one year, 30 days Paid Time Off in your first year, and 14 Paid holidays.

Additional Perks: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, PlumBenefits, Verizon wireless discounts.

At EAC Network, you will find more than just a job - you will find a supportive work environment committed to your well-being and growth. We champion equity, justice, and belonging, fostering a workplace where every voice is valued and empowered.

We offer many roles with flexible schedules to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, and our generous PTO policy and Summer Fridays ensure you have time to recharge. Our commitment to wellness also earned us the 2024 Gold Healthy Workforce Designation from Cigna.

Additionally, EAC employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. At EAC Network, you are part of a team making a difference in our communities across Long Island and New York City, every day.

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