Culturally Responsive Mental Health Therapist

Eastern Shawnee Companies, LLC; Klamath Falls (OR); On-site; USD 73,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Permanent, direct-hire role

Job summary

Eastern Shawnee Staffing Solutions, in collaboration with Klamath Tribal Health, is seeking a Mental Health Therapist (Level I or Level II) in Klamath Falls, Oregon. This full‑time, direct‑hire role offers a competitive salary between $73,459 and $128,810 and a comprehensive benefits package.

The position emphasizes trauma‑informed, culturally responsive care within a Tribal health setting, including individual, family, couples, and group therapy, with opportunities for clinical consultation and

Qualifications

• 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 eligible for clinical practice under Oregon law.
• At least one year of clinical experience. Practicum, internship, residency, or supervised post‑graduate experience may count toward this requirement.
• Experience assessing suicide risk, self‑injurious behavior, and other high‑risk behaviors.
• Experience working with individuals affected by 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.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral health assessments, diagnostic interviews, and individualized treatment planning.
• 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.
• Apply 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, participate in case conferences and clinical supervision, and contribute to program development and quality improvement.
• Depending on the level, provide clinical consultation on complex cases, mentor less experienced staff, support professional development, and contribute to improved clinical outcomes.

Skills

Suicide risk assessment

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Cultural competency

Therapy (individual/family/group)

Education

Doctorate or Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Oregon licensure eligibility

Job description

Eastern Shawnee Staffing Solutions, in collaboration with Klamath Tribal Health, is seeking a Mental Health Therapist (Level I or Level II) in Klamath Falls, Oregon. This full‑time, direct‑hire role offers a competitive salary between $73,459 and $128,810 and a comprehensive benefits package.

The position emphasizes trauma‑informed, culturally responsive care within a Tribal health setting, including individual, family, couples, and group therapy, with opportunities for clinical consultation and