How much does a Forensic Social Worker make in the United States? The average Forensic Social Worker salary in the United States is $65,600 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $59,414 and $72,330. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Forensic Social Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $53,781 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $59,414 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $65,600 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $72,330 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Forensic Social Worker Salary $78,456 US March 26, 2024
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What is a Forensic Social Worker ?

Forensic social work is the application of social work to questions and issues relating to law and legal systems. This specialty of the social work profession goes far beyond clinics and psychiatric hospitals for criminal defendants being evaluated and treated on issues of competency and responsibility. A broader definition includes social work practice which in any way is related to legal issues and litigation, both criminal and civil. Child custody issues, involving separation, divorce, neglect, termination of parental rights, the implications of child and spousal abuse, juvenile and adult j...

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Serve Link Home Care - Trenton , MO
Job Description Job Description POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Title: Social Worker Exemption Status: Nonexempt Job Classification: Professional Job Code: Department: HH-IH-LL Reports to: Director of Nursing Job Summary: Evaluates and assesses patient needs for social service assistance, planning and coordination of patient programs and acts as a liaison between the patient, hospital, Homecare, physician and community in the home care venue with appropriate linkage of community services/resources. Performs under minimal supervision. Essential Functions: Acceptance and response to referrals from interdisciplinary health care team regarding clients who may require social services assistance. Interviews patients and families in order to assess psychotherapy for patients and families. Demonstrates self-motivation and initiative by developing and maintaining current information on community resources through attendance of continuing education and professional associations. Completes document
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Holy Cross Germantown Hospital - Germantown , MD
Assured Nursing is currently seeking a Social Worker for a contract position in Germantown Maryland. This is a 7a-3p, 07:00:00-15:00:00, 8.00-5 position in the GT_Social Worker LCSW. The ideal candidate will possess a current state license as a Social Worker and have at least 2 years of recent experience as a Social Worker Social Worker.
- 1 day ago
Specialist Office - Annandale , VA
Job Description Job Description Social Worker - Clinic Case Manager Annandale, VA MUST: Experienced Clinic Case Manager 2+ years of experience as a Clinic Case Manger 2+ years of post-master's experience 2+ years of experience working in a community health or social services setting Experience working with vulnerable and at-risk populations required Outreach experience and knowledge of community resources a plus Must be a skillful interviewer, able to ask questions and effectively use interview skills to elicit needed information from clients. Must be a skillful listener, able to understand the meaning of client's statements. Must be a skillful observer, able to record the client's behavior and needs. Must be a skillful negotiator, able to reach definitive agreements with clients and service providers. Must be able to work well with interdisciplinary teams. Proficient in most products of Office 365 (Word, Excel, Power Point and Teams) Ability to prioritize and problem solve to maintain
- 1 day ago
Oxnard Family Circle ADHC - Oxnard , CA
Job Description Job Description Oxnard Family Circle Adult Day Healthcare Center specializes in daytime care for adults, seniors, veterans, and memory care. If you are passionate about working with seniors and disabled adults, helping them to overcome a loss of self-worth, enhance their quality of life and preserve their dignity and self-esteem, we want to talk to you! The position will allow you to work with the best in your field, as well as other healthcare professionals who have worked in our industry for many years, by providing case management, counseling, and groups for seniors, veterans, and disabled adults. Supervision hours to obtain a clinical license are available. The position could be offered to a candidate who possesses one of the following: MSW, MFT, LCSW, Master Degree in Sociology, Counseling or Psychology, BSW, Bachelor Degree in Sociology, Counseling or Psychology Full Time or Part Time Position Spanish speaking is a plus. Benefits include: Vacation, Sick leave, Hea
- 4 days ago
Medical Adult Day Care - Bergen County , NJ
Job Description Job Description Medical Adult Day Center, conveniently located in the heart of Bergen County, NJ, has an opening for a full time social worker. Our Center serves a culturally diverse population of older adults. The social worker assists with obtaining concrete services (food stamps, housing assistance, etc.) and completes documentation such as assessments, care plans, and trigger notes. Acts as part of a multidisciplinary team. Applicant must be licensed or certified by the State of NJ. Bilingual a plus, must be vaccinated. Recent graduates welcome to apply as long as they are licensed or certified. Company Description Our Medical Adult Day Care provides a warm and home like setting for older adults who need monitoring of their health conditions. Participants in our program come from culturally diverse communities and spend the day visiting with their peers, attending activities geared toward their individual interests and abilities, and receiving follow up attention fo
- 4 days ago
Centrica Care Navigators - Kalamazoo , MI
Job Description Job Description QUALIFICATIONS & EXPIERENCE Graduate of a master’s program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Maintains license/registration as a Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Limited Licensed Master Social Worker (LLMSW) from the State of Michigan. Prefer two (2) years’ experience. A minimum of one (1) years’ experience in health care, Hospice experience is preferred. Experience with issues concerning the terminally ill and death/dying. Presents a negative TB skin test and/or chest X-ray and other tests as required by Centrica Care Navigators. Maintains a valid Michigan driver’s license and has the availability of a reliable, licensed and insured vehicle for use on the job, vehicle must be insured in accordance with the State of Michigan. Remains up to date on all routine immunizations required by LARA and agency policy. SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The Social Worker is responsible for the implementation of social work services for t
- 4 days ago

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