Forensic Interviewer/Family Advocate

Help children and youth be heard. Support families through crisis. Make a difference.

The Child Forensic Interviewer & Family Advocate at Southeast Alaska Family Evaluation Child Advocacy Center (SAFE CAC) is a unique, dual-role position trained to provide forensic interviewing and trauma-informed family advocacy to children and caregivers as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) response to allegations of child maltreatment.

What You Will Do

-Conduct neutral, developmentally appropriate, legally defensible recorded forensic interviews using the ChildFirst® protocol
-Provide trauma-informed advocacy and case support
-Coordinate with law enforcement, child protection, medical providers, prosecutors, and other MDT partners
-Maintain accurate, timely case documentation and data entry
-Deliver community education, outreach, and public awareness
-Provide court testimony
-Complete required training and ongoing professional development
-Participate in after-hours on-call rotation to respond to urgent cases
-Occasional travel (1–4 times per year) may be required for training or program services.

Skills and Abilities We Are Looking For

-Experience in child protection, social work, behavioral health, forensic interviewing, or a related field required
-Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, criminal justice, law enforcement, or similar (preferred)
-Strong understanding of child development; child abuse and neglect; social determinants of health; and the impact of disabilities, substance use, mental illness, and other factors on children and families.
-Ability to manage emotionally charged situations with professionalism and compassion
-Cultural responsiveness and commitment to serving diverse populations
-Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills
-Ability to take initiative, work independently as well as collaboratively within an MDT
-Flexibility for varied schedules, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays

Training & Requirements

-Must complete and pass required training upon hire, including:
-24-hour Advocacy Training
-40-hour ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Training (written & practical exams)
-Ongoing training to meet accreditation requirements
-Valid Alaska driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
-Ability to pass a background check per 7 AAC 10.905 (Barrier Crimes and Conditions)

Why This Role Matters

-Be present for children during critical moments
-Support healing and stability for families
-Be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team
-Receive specialized training and ongoing professional growth
-Do meaningful work that changes lives

Ready to make a difference?
Apply now and help us create a safer, healthier community for children and families!

This position is full time, on-site, 37.5 hours/week, starting wage $30-36/hour. For more information and to apply, please visit www.ccsak.org/jobs.