Forensic Psychologist Salary in San Francisco, CA

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How much does a Forensic Psychologist make in San Francisco, CA? The average Forensic Psychologist salary in San Francisco, CA is $145,872 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $132,700 and $162,217. 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 Psychologist

TEEMA Group - Lakewood , WA

Forensic Psychologist The Forensic Psychologist will be responsible for providing psychological assessments and evaluations to individuals involved in the criminal justice system. The successful ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 11 days ago

Forensic Psychologist (Psychologist Level III), Correctional Health Services,, Part-Time

NYC Health + Hospitals - New York , NY

This part-time (three days per week) position reports to the Director of the Queens Forensic ... Valid license and current registration to practice as a psychologist, issued by the New York State ...

LinkedIn - 7 days ago

Forensic Psychologist

Traditions Behavioral Health - Madera , CA

Clinical Forensic Psychologist Essential Job Functions * Monday-Friday Schedule 8a-5p * Conducts diagnostic evaluations of inmates in lock-up settings to determine clients' post release level of care ...

LinkedIn - 6 days ago

Forensic Psychologist

Provider Solutions & Development - Lakewood , WA

Western State Hospital's Gage Center of Forensic Services (CFS), situated within the historic Fort Steilacoom Campus, is currently seeking a dedicated Forensic Psychologist. We are eager to welcome ...

LinkedIn - 11 days ago

Psychologist - Forensic Analyst

Volunteer Behavioral Health - Franklin , TN

Become a part-time Psychologist - Forensic Analyst with Volunteer Behavioral Health to apply your expertise and help individuals involved in legal matters. Are you passionate about forensic ...

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Psychologist- Forensic

TEEMA - Eagle - Seattle , WA

Individuals with formal training in evidence-based treatment modalities or forensic/psychological testing are preferred. In-training positions are available, but you must be approved to take EPPP in ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 47 days ago

What does a Forensic Psychologist do?

Common responsibilities of a Forensic Psychologist

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.

November 22, 2022

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

March 04, 2023

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.

April 23, 2023

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

July 18, 2022

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

June 25, 2022

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.

January 12, 2023

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

February 11, 2023

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

March 24, 2023

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.

April 19, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Forensic Psychologist in San Francisco, CA

Average Base Salary

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132700

162217

145872

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

133945

162749

147121

What is the average salary for Forensic Psychologist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Forensic Psychologist in San Francisco, CA. The base salary for Forensic Psychologist ranges from $132,700 to $162,217 with the average base salary of $145,872. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $133,945 to $162,749 with the average total cash compensation of $147,121.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$145,872	$132,700 - $162,217
Bonus	$1,249	$1,245 - $532
Total Pay	$147,121	$133,945 - $162,749

* 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.

Forensic Psychologist Salary Near San Francisco, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $132,700 - $162,217	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Berkeley, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $129,515 - $158,324	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $129,515 - $158,324	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Vallejo, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,430 - $145,995	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $129,303 - $158,064	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Concord, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $120,478 - $147,276	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA

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About San Francisco, California

San Francisco is located on the West Coast of the United States at the north end of the San Francisco Peninsula and includes significant stretches of the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay within its boundaries. Several picturesque islands—Alcatraz, Treasure Island and the adjacent Yerba Buena Island, and small portions of Alameda Island, Red Rock Island, and Angel Island—are part of the city. Also included are the uninhabited Farallon Islands, 27 miles (43 km) offshore in the Pacific Ocean. The mainland within the city limits roughly forms a "seven-by-seven-mile square", a common local collo...

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