Mental Health Therapist

Eastern Shawnee Companies LLC • Klamath Falls, OR

18d • $73,459 - $128,810 • Onsite

About The Position

Klamath Tribal Health is hiring a full-time, permanent Mental Health Therapist in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Placement at Level I or Level II depends on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The role provides compassionate, culturally responsive behavioral health care in a Tribal health setting and offers an annual salary of $73,459–$128,810, depending on level and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

The therapist conducts assessments and diagnostic interviews, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides individual, family, couples, and group therapy. The position supports clients experiencing mental health challenges, trauma, and substance use concerns through therapeutic interventions and crisis support. Care should incorporate evidence-based, trauma-informed, healing-centered, and culturally responsive approaches that respect Tribal traditions and Indigenous perspectives.

The therapist coordinates care with behavioral health professionals, medical providers, case managers, Tribal programs, and community partners; maintains clinical documentation; and participates in case conferences, clinical supervision, program development, and quality improvement. Depending on level, the role may also include consultation on complex cases, mentoring less experienced staff, supporting professional development, and improving clinical outcomes. Indian and Tribal preference applies in accordance with employer policy; applicants seeking preference must provide required Tribal documentation. The role may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, subject to employer and individual eligibility.

Requirements

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology, or a master’s degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Social Work, or a related behavioral health field from an accredited institution.
• Oregon professional or associate license eligibility for clinical practice under Oregon law.
• At least one year of clinical experience; practicum, internship, residency, or supervised post-graduate experience may count.
• Experience assessing suicide risk, self-injurious behavior, and other high-risk behaviors.
• Experience working with individuals affected by physical, emotional, psychological, historical, or intergenerational trauma.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
• Ability to meet background and character investigation, health screening, immunization, TB screening, confidentiality, and other Tribal employment requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain BLS certification.
• Ability to fulfill mandatory reporter responsibilities and eligibility to participate in federal healthcare programs.
• Candidates who are not independently licensed at hire must obtain independent Oregon licensure within two years.

Nice To Haves

• Independent, unrestricted Oregon professional license as an LPC, LMFT, LCSW, Clinical Psychologist, or equivalent.
• At least three years of post-graduate clinical experience.
• Experience independently managing complex clinical cases and providing advanced behavioral health treatment.
• Experience providing clinical consultation, mentoring less experienced therapists, or supporting staff training and professional development.
• Experience working with Native American populations or within Tribal health systems.
• Knowledge of Traditional Tribal Healing Practices and culturally grounded behavioral health approaches.
• Experience working on a multidisciplinary clinical team.
• Experience in program development, quality improvement, or clinical outcome evaluation.
• Training in evidence-based trauma treatments such as TF-CBT, EMDR, CPP, Seeking Safety, or DBT.
• Knowledge of local behavioral health resources and community services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral health assessments and diagnostic interviews, and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, family, couples, and group therapy.
• Assess suicide risk, self-injurious behavior, and other high-risk situations; develop safety plans and coordinate appropriate care.
• Support clients experiencing mental health challenges, trauma, and substance use concerns through therapeutic interventions and crisis support.
• Use evidence-based, trauma-informed, healing-centered, and culturally responsive approaches that respect Tribal traditions and Indigenous perspectives.
• Coordinate care with behavioral health professionals, medical providers, case managers, Tribal programs, and community partners.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in case conferences and clinical supervision.
• Contribute to program development and quality improvement.
• Depending on level, provide clinical consultation on complex cases, mentor less experienced staff, support professional development, and contribute to improved clinical outcomes.
• Fulfill mandatory reporter responsibilities and meet Tribal employment requirements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, subject to employer qualification and the candidate’s individual loan and repayment circumstances.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level