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Upper Cumberland Child Advocacy Center

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Forensic Interviewer

Cookeville, TN · On-site

$45K - $55K/yr

Executive Director Summary: The Forensic Interviewer is charged with conducting child interviews ... Child protective services, criminal justice, clinical evaluation, forensic interviewing, or other ...

Upper Cumberland Child Advocacy Center

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Forensic Interviewer

Cookeville, TN · On-site

$45K - $55K/yr

Executive Director Summary: The Forensic Interviewer is charged with conducting child interviews ... Child protective services, criminal justice, clinical evaluation, forensic interviewing, or other ...

Georgia

Forensic Psychologist

Savannah, GA · On-site

$95K - $112K/yr

Under supervision of a hospital forensic director, the successful candidates will be responsible ... Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA ...

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Forensic Psychologist

Savannah, GA · On-site

$95K - $112K/yr

Under supervision of a hospital forensic director, the successful candidates will be responsible ... programming; clinical supervision of mental health counselors, and related work as assigned.

RSI

Forensic Nurse Examiner

Bend, OR · On-site

The FNE is expected to follow protocols established by the Medical Director and/or management of ... Responsible to maintain clinical expertise as a FNE. * Maintain current Registered Nurse Licensure ...

Bellevue

Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Various shifts available Under clinical oversight, the Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner is expected ... Director; and must maintain certification for the duration of employment as a SAFE by completing ...

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How much do forensic clinical director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for forensic clinical director in the United States is $100,124.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a forensic clinical director?

A Forensic Clinical Director is a senior healthcare professional who oversees clinical services within forensic settings, such as psychiatric hospitals, correctional facilities, or forensic mental health units. They are responsible for ensuring that clinical care meets legal and ethical standards, supervising multidisciplinary teams, and developing treatment programs for individuals involved in the criminal justice system. Their role often involves balancing patient care with public safety, collaborating with legal authorities, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by a forensic clinical director in balancing clinical care with legal requirements?

Forensic Clinical Directors often navigate the complex intersection of mental health care and the legal system. One challenge is ensuring that patient confidentiality and therapeutic ethics are upheld while simultaneously meeting court-mandated reporting and documentation requirements. Additionally, managing multidisciplinary teams—often comprising clinicians, legal professionals, and case managers—requires strong communication and negotiation skills. Staying current with evolving laws and best practices is also essential to maintain compliance and deliver effective care. These challenges make adaptability and a thorough understanding of both clinical and legal frameworks critical for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a forensic clinical director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Forensic Clinical Director, you need advanced clinical expertise, forensic assessment experience, and a graduate degree in psychology, psychiatry, or a related mental health field, often with state licensure. Familiarity with legal documentation, risk assessment tools, and electronic case management systems is typically required. Leadership, ethical judgment, and strong communication skills distinguish outstanding professionals in this role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate evaluations, staff oversight, and effective collaboration between clinical and legal entities.

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Director - Residential Clinical (DDRP)

Humble, TX • On-site

The Harris Center
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$67K - $91K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD rating

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD ("The HARRIS CENTER") is looking for a Residential Clinical Director. The Residential Clinical Director works under the direction of the Vice President Forensic MH Services and works collaboratively with the Senior Director of Nursing Mental Health Services/Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department to provide quality, administrative and fiscal oversight of supervised programs/units. Also provides supervision of specialized social and/or clinical functions. Is responsible for carrying out program/unit goals and objectives. Has authority to review decisions and recommendations made by staff. This position requires travel, flexible work hours and on-call status. Responsible for program planning and implementation for a 24-hour Dual Diagnosis Residential Program.

Your role in action:

  • Plans and implements program/unit objectives in accordance with agency policies, plans and procedures.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of and ensures compliance with all related standards and contract rules.
  • Monitors the delivery of appropriate services. Reviews Utilization Review and Quality Assurance reports. Creates/implements/monitors corrective action plans based upon report results.
  • Monitors staffing patterns of the program/unit, ensuring that positions are posted within agency guidelines.
  • Ensures ongoing supervision and evaluation of program/unit staff performance to facilitate optimal performance.
  • Responsible for assuring that divisional productivity targets are met for staff in supervised programs/units.
  • Responsible for compliance with contract, agency mandatory training requirements and agency policies and procedures.
  • Serves as a liaison in communicating relevant information between administration and program/unit staff via verbal and/or written communication as well as external agencies/facilities specific to the operating unit.
  • Works collaboratively with the Vice President and the Senior Director of Nursing Mental Health Services to communicate relevant ongoing and ongoing and timely information impacting the delivery of mental health services to staff and consumers in an emergency and disaster event.
  • Manages the budgets for supervised program/units in accordance with agency financial guidelines and controls. Reviews reports used in budget and productivity projections for Agency services at local, state and federal levels.
  • Submits periodic reports/action plans as requested detailing critical issues and/or accomplishments of units, programs or departments.
  • Ensures institution of procedures/actions to follow-up on incidents/safety issues that pose a liability risk for the agency and/or have a significant impact on the quality of consumer care.
  • Works collaboratively with agency staff to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinates as requested with other local and state agencies to improve operations, treatment outcomes, and collaborations.
  • Performs related work as assigned. Adapts to changing work requirements.
  • Performs related work as assigned. Adapts to changing work requirements.
  • Complies with agency policies and procedures, accrediting/regulatory bodies and performance contract documentation requirements.

What qualifications will you need:

Education:

  • Master's degree required
  • Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) required
  • Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph. D) preferred

Experience:

  • Minimum 7 years management experience. The experience must include overseeing budget, supervision of professional staff and paraprofessional staff to include 24 hour operation coverage.

What else you should know:

  • This posting is associated with position #9366.

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