Outpatient Forensic Clinician

and the job listing Expires on January 25, 2026

The Outpatient Forensic Clinician will provide comprehensive outpatient counseling/therapy to children, adults and families in need of services.

Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions from our staff.

Master’s Degree

• Provide mental health and substance abuse evaluations to children, adults and families.
• Provide individual and family treatment to children, adults and families.
• Provide consultation to schools and social service agencies as needed.
• Collaborate with legal system such as probation and parole departments
• Provide outreach services to clients as needed.
• Maintain up to date client records including written evaluations, treatment plans, quarterly reviews, termination summaries and progress notes in accordance with division deadlines.
• Coordinate home visits and maintain contact with client’s families, as appropriate.
• Advocate for client’s needs within the program as well as with external agencies.
• Attend trainings as assigned; maintain necessary certification.
• Attends and actively participates in supervision and staff meetings

• MSW degree or MA in related field from an accredited college/university.
• One year of experience working within an outpatient setting.
• Educational and/or professional experience pertaining to forensic mental health counseling.
• Strong computer knowledge. Ability to use an Electronic Health Record to document medical necessary clinical services.
• Strongly prefer that a candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
• Excellent written skills and ability to communicate effectively in the primary language of the program/programs to which assigned.
• High energy level, superior interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team atmosphere.
• Commitment to Advocates values and mission.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.