How much does a Forensic Psychologist make? The average Forensic Psychologist salary is $63,322 as of October 28, 2020, but the salary range typically falls between $57,192 and $70,796. 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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What does a Forensic Psychologist do?
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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.
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Reviews, at least annually, all policies and procedures impacting area supervised.
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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.
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Maintains accountability for services provided through timely and accurate recording of activities submitted weekly to the Mental Health Coordinator or Mental Health Director.
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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.
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Consults reference material such as textbooks, manuals, and journals in order to identify symptoms, to make diagnoses, and to develop approaches to treatment.
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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.
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Forensic Psychologist Salary in Major Cities
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Forensic Psychologist Salary by City
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| City Name | Average Salary |
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| San Francisco, CA | $79,153 |
| Washington, DC | $70,490 |
| Miami, FL | $61,645 |
| Chicago, IL | $67,178 |
| Boston, MA | $71,345 |
| New York, NY | $76,177 |
| Dallas, TX | $62,911 |
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What is the average salary for Forensic Psychologist in 2020?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Forensic Psychologist in the United States. The base salary for Forensic Psychologist ranges from $57,192 to $70,796 with the average base salary of $63,322. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $58,567 to $73,053 with the average total cash compensation of $63,830.
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| Average Salary | Average Salary Range | |
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| Base Salary | $63,322 | $57,192 - $70,796 |
| Bonus | $508 | $1,375 - $2,256 |
| Total Pay | $63,830 | $58,567 - $73,053 |
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
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Comments about Forensic Psychologist
What's the difference between Psychologist and Forensic Psychologist?
According to our latest salary estimation on October 28, 2020. The average salary of Forensic Psychologist is $63,322, and the average salary of Psychologist is $76,019. The average salary of Psychologist is higher than Forensic Psychologist. ( 2020-10-28 salary.com )
I am a Forensic Psychologist, which location’s salary is higher, Barnstable, MA or New Britain, CT?
New Britain, CT typically sees higher pay than Barnstable, MA for Forensic Psychologist. a Forensic Psychologist Salary in New Britain, CT is $68,389 as of October 28, 2020; a Forensic Psychologist Salary in Barnstable, MA is $66,775 as of October 28, 2020. ( 2020-10-28 salary.com )
Forensic Psychologist Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the salary of a Forensic Psychologist vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2020-10-28 salary.com )
What are the Pay Factors for Forensic Psychologist?
Salary ranges for a Forensic Psychologist can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2020-10-28 salary.com )
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Last Update: October 28, 2020