Forensic Interviewer (part-time)

About the role

As a recognized leader in our field, The Guidance Center provides a broad range of services that have helped children, adults and families unlock potential and build better lives since 1958. With 25 programs we offer treatment, prevention, growth and education services to more than 14,200 people annually. Together we nurture development, foster resilience, and cultivate well‑being. We have an exciting opportunity for a part‑time Forensic Interviewer to join our team of talented professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide developmentally and legally sound forensic interviews of children and adolescents.
• Conduct sensitive and thorough forensic interviews with alleged victims of child sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, and other forms of trauma, as well as child witnesses to violent crime.
• Ensure interviews are child‑centered, developmentally‑sensitive, unbiased, and truth‑seeking.
• Conduct interviews in accordance with the State of Michigan Forensic Interviewing Protocol.
• Collaborate with other members of the Multidisciplinary Team during ongoing investigations of child abuse, neglect, or violent crime involving a child witness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services Related Field is required.
• Experience and/or certification as a Forensic Interviewer is preferred.
• Individuals with training and experience in the Michigan Forensic Interviewing Protocol are priority candidates.
• One (1) year of experience working with abused/neglected children and adolescents and a multidisciplinary team is required.
• A working knowledge of the dynamics of child maltreatment and/or knowledge of child development is required.
• Demonstrate superior communication skills, a strong commitment to customer service, and the ability to work cooperatively with diverse professional groups.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system, Children’s Protective Services/Foster Care Services, and/or the courts is required.
• Ability to engage children 17 and under from diverse ethnic, racial, and socio‑economic backgrounds is essential.
• Valid driver’s license and favorable driving record is required.
• Additional qualifications: nonjudgmental approach reflecting cultural competency, ability to develop collaborative relationships with other providers, ability to assess and intervene within complex family and community systems, willingness to be flexible, patient, and creative.
• Ability to appropriately handle crisis situations and manage sensitive case information.

Benefits

• Affordable medical plans
• Employer‑paid dental
• Vision and long‑term disability
• 401(K) with employer contribution
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent
• Paid time off
• 11 paid holidays
• Competitive salary, flexible scheduling opportunities, team‑oriented work environment

Pay

Market‑based compensation structure. Salary grade 105. Hourly rates start at $23.82. Estimated salary varies based on candidate’s transferable work experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Regular working hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Some evening or weekend hours will be required.