Forensic Interviewer (Child Advocacy Center)

Title: Forensic Interviewer

Location: Boulder, CO

Application Instructions: Email cover letter, resume, and references to savelar@blueskybridge.org

• Blue Sky Bridge is Boulder County’s Child Advocacy Center committed to addressing and eradicating child abuse and creating lasting change in our community.
• Three programs: Prevention Education, Intervention, and Therapy.
• Child-focused approach to abuse investigations in partnership with law enforcement, social services, and the District Attorney’s office.
• Provides:
• Forensic interviews and medical exams of children
• Crisis counseling and support to non-offending caregivers
• Therapy for children and families
• Education programs to increase community awareness and empower prevention
• Well-established organization with strong financial support.

Our Values

At Blue Sky Bridge, our work is guided by values that shape both how we serve children and families and how we support one another as colleagues:

• Children First – We prioritize the safety, healing, and well-being of children in everything we do.
• Be Our Best – We strive for excellence, professionalism, and integrity in all aspects of our work.
• Resilience & Wellness – We foster an environment that encourages self-care and supports staff in sustaining this challenging but vital work.
• Respect & Inclusion – We honor diverse perspectives and cultivate a culture of equity, belonging, and mutual respect.
• Gratitude – We approach our work, partners, and community with appreciation and humility.

Position Overview

• Full-time Forensic Interviewer position.
• Reports to the Intervention Director (also bilingual forensic interviewer).
• Works on a team with Family Support Advocates, Case Support Advocates and the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) in Boulder County.
• Spanish/English bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

General Duties

• Conducts forensic interviews of children regarding allegations of child abuse.
• Provides testimony in court as needed.
• Provides training and consultation for law enforcement, human services, and prosecutors.

Specific Responsibilities

• Conducts forensic interviews of children regarding allegations of abuse.
• Participates as a member of the multi-disciplinary investigative team.
• Builds and maintains strong working relationships with partners.
• Provides testimony in court as needed.
• Provides case consultation and schedules cases as needed.
• Develops and conducts training with agency partners or community professionals.
• Attends trainings and stays current on child abuse issues, research, protocols, and interviewing techniques.
• Attends and participates in peer review monthly.
• Participates on Boulder County Sexual Assault Review Team as needed.
• Available after-hours on an emergency basis, as needed.

Other Duties or Skills

• Represents Blue Sky Bridge on assigned community committees.
• Provides grant support, participates in fundraising, audits, and prepares reports.
• Attends Blue Sky Bridge events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Internal & External Relationships

• Works closely with Blue Sky Bridge staff and agency partners including investigators, prosecutors, treatment specialists, physicians, caseworkers, volunteers, and others.

Training Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field, OR significant applied combination of education and experience.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of two years of experience in investigations or working with children.
• Excellent communication and mediation skills.
• Flexibility and ability to work with a variety of disciplines.
• Ability to work independently and in groups.
• Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and computer skills.
• Physical ability to move between buildings, lift 20 lbs., and go up and down stairs.

Preferred Skills

• Spanish/English bilingual.
• Experience interviewing children at a child advocacy center.
• Understanding of trauma-informed work environments and cultural humility.
• Understanding of child maltreatment.
• Knowledge of family systems and child victimization.
• Knowledge of research-based forensic interviewing protocols and ability to use them developmentally appropriately.
• Knowledge of child protection and legal systems.
• Detail-oriented and organized.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salaried position: $70,000–$80,000, depending on experience.
• Paid time off, Medical/Dental/Vision, Wellness Benefits, 401k, and Training opportunities.

Apply for This Position

• Email cover letter, resume, and references to savelar@blueskybridge.org.
• More information: blueskybridge.org
• No phone calls, please

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person