Forensic Psychologist Salary in the United States
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How much does a Forensic Psychologist make in the United States? The average Forensic Psychologist salary in the United States is $62,227 as of October 30, 2019, but the salary range typically falls between $56,193 and $69,564. 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. View the Cost of Living in Major Cities

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Salary range for a Forensic Psychologist

$56,193 to $69,564

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Psychologist

Staff Today - Tupper Lake , NY

May conduct and/or supervise forensic or other court-ordered psychological evaluations and assessments and provide expert testimony in court or administrative proceedings. * A licensed psychologist ...

ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago

Licensed Psychologist (Part-Time - Correctional Medicine - West Chester, PA)

PrimeCare Medical, Inc. - West Chester , Pennsylvania

This and other psychologist jobs brought to you by AlliedHealthJobCafe.com Company & Position ... Facilitating admission and placement of certified inmates/patients in forensic and community Mental ...

MedJobCafe.com - 9 days ago

Psychologist Needed in Beautiful Location

Maxim Healthcare Services - Clallam Bay , WA

We seek a Psychologist in Washington State. * Fantastic location near British Colombia - Beautiful, serene mountain setting * Full time need for at least 3 months * New grad? Let us help you get some ...

Maxim Healthcare Services - 3 days ago

Psychologist

Barton Associates - Fairbanks , AK

A clinic in Alaska is looking for a psychologist to provide locum tenens coverage for one year, beginning in December. Typically, the provider can expect to see patients during health assessments and ...

Barton Associates - 1 day ago

Part Time Research Assistant Position- Undergraduates Welcome

Michael J. Perrotti, Ph.D., Inc. - Brea , CA

Opportunities to co-present papers at forensic psychology conferences as well as to contribute to a forensic blog. A great academic and research atmosphere perfect for gaining experience in the feild

barefoot student - 2 days ago

Psychologist

Clarity Psychological Wellness -

Clarity Psychological Wellness is a thriving outpatient psychology practice in Raleigh, North Carolina in search of a dedicated and driven psychologist to provide individual, family, couples and/or ...

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What does a Forensic Psychologist do?

Forensic Psychologist in Conroe, TX

Demonstrates understanding of, and complies with special precautions, disaster and fire safety procedures, assists with finding alternatives to seclusion and restraint, knowledge of abuse reporting.

September 10, 2019

Reviews, at least annually, all policies and procedures impacting area supervised.

September 10, 2019

Supervises and trains the psychology students, provides training and education to the rest of the clinical team as needed, provides expert testimony to the court, serves on committees.

September 10, 2019

Forensic Psychologist in Indiantown, FL

Maintains accountability for services provided through timely and accurate recording of activities submitted weekly to the Mental Health Coordinator or Mental Health Director.

September 10, 2019

Forensic Psychologist

Provides psychological assessments and quality assurance reviews and is sensitive to cultural diversity issues, treats patients as an individual, and considers the culture of the patients when providing care and treatment.

September 10, 2019

Completes thorough, accurate, and timely documentation of services provided that consistent with professional standards and in compliance with Performance Improvement, the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS), Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) and jail policies.

September 10, 2019

Serves on committees throughout the facility as needed and provides backup for the Supervising Psychologist as needed.

September 10, 2019

Assist the Forensic Director in diplomatically interfacing with the judicial system in the areas we serve through written and verbal communication.

September 10, 2019

Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

September 10, 2019

Consults reference material such as textbooks, manuals, and journals in order to identify symptoms, to make diagnoses, and to develop approaches to treatment.

September 10, 2019

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