Therapist I at Klamath Basin Behavioral Health – Klamath Falls, Oregon

Job Title: Therapist (I-IV)

Shift: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Monday-Friday- On call 1 week at a time, rotating with other staff.

Department: Adult Residential

Full Time

Join our KBBH team and find meaningful work, inspiring colleagues, career growth, great compensation, the ability to pay down student loans, and excellent benefits. Located in beautiful Southern Oregon.

The National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program is open to licensed primary care medical, dental, and mental and behavioral health providers who are employed by accredited sites.

WHAT IS GREAT ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Vision: Sharing the power of mental wellbeing

Mission: Providing compassionate care throughout our community

At KBBH, we put people first; our clients, our community, and our team members. We take pride in supporting the whole person, and that commitment extends to the way we show up for one another every day.

You’ll also enjoy life in a welcoming community surrounded by Southern Oregon’s natural beauty that is perfect for hiking, biking, kayaking, ziplining, fishing, and outdoor wellness.

Therapist Pay Range:

Continue to grow your career. We offer a career path with ongoing development opportunities. Therapist Levels I through IV positions are established based on your education and experience.

Salary: Therapist I annual salary is $60-$70K depending on experience. Therapist II-IV salaries are at higher pay grades, and are obtained with more than three years of experience. Additionally, 5% increase to wage calculation for Therapists who are licensed in the State of Oregon.

Big benefits package and KBBH pays up to 92% of insurance premiums for you and your family.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 8% Employer Match
• 15 Paid Vacation Days (increases with milestone tenure)
• Accrued Wellness Days
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Scholarship Program
• Certified student loan forgiveness work location

About the Role

At Klamath Basin Behavioral Health (KBBH), we believe that putting people first; our clients, our community, and each other is the foundation of effective care. As a Therapist at KBBH, you are more than a provider of services; you are a trusted partner in healing and resilience. Your role is rooted in building genuine, compassionate relationships that foster dignity, hope, and mental wellbeing. Therapists support individuals and families through life’s challenges by delivering trauma informed, culturally responsive, and evidence informed clinical care. You will help clients achieve meaningful progress in their wellbeing through individual, group, and family therapy, care coordination, and supportive education—all while honoring their voice and choice.

We know that high quality care begins with engaged, empowered clinicians. That’s why our performance based model is built to align clear expectations with the support, collaboration, and autonomy you need to thrive. As a key member of our integrated care teams, you will contribute to a strengths based culture that values connection, innovation, and continuous improvement. Therapists at KBBH are not only accountable for delivering results; they are also encouraged to shape the systems they’re part of, advocate for clients and communities, and grow as leaders in their field.

You’ll collaborate within multidisciplinary teams, contribute to the Pathways of Care model, and be accountable for client satisfaction, timely documentation, and clinical effectiveness across service episodes.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate care using treatment plans developed through comprehensive assessments and updated at least every 90 days.
• Deliver services consistent with the client’s individualized Pathway of Care.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation, including intake evaluations, DSM 5 diagnoses, treatment plans, service notes, and discharge summaries.
• Document services as required for third party reimbursement and in accordance with agency Clinical Policies & Procedures and applicable OARs.
• Demonstrate respect, dignity, and cultural responsiveness in all client interactions.
• Regularly use client feedback and outcome tools to improve care quality and satisfaction.
• Close the loop on care transitions, referrals, and discharges to ensure positive outcomes.
• Actively contribute to treatment team meetings, weekly staff sessions, and case consultations.
• Maintain excellent communication with peers, leadership, and partner agencies to ensure coordinated care.

Professional Expectations

• Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Participate in supervision and consultation appropriate to credentialing status and licensure requirements.
• Represent KBBH professionally and courteously with clients, co workers, and community partners.
• Engage in continuing education and performance review to ensure professional competence.

Competencies:

• Foundational Knowledge & Theory- Understanding of major theories/models (e.g., systemic, CBT, psychodynamic), knowledge of human development across the lifespan, awareness of sociocultural factors and diverse issues
• Clinical Skills & Interventions- Proficiency in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning; competence in individual, group, and family therapy. Crisis intervention and evidence based practices
• Professional Ethics & Standards- Ethical standards and legal issues in practice with commitment to professional conduct and integrity.
• Cultural Competence- Sensitivity to and respect for diversity. The Integration of cultural competence into practice.
• Research & Evaluation- Critical evaluation of literature. The Application of findings and program evaluation.
• Interpersonal & Communication Skills- Effective verbal/nonverbal communication and empathy. The Ability to build therapeutic relationships.
• Professional Development- Lifelong learning, supervision, and reflective practice
• Systems & Contextual Understanding- Family, social, community systems; systemic interventions
• Self Awareness & Reflective Practice- Self reflection, bias awareness, self care, openness to feedback
• Technological Proficiency- Teletherapy and EHR use; technology ethics and integration

Education & Experience: Must meet qualifications for a Mental Health Professional (QMHP according to MHACBO.org:

• Graduate degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or another behavioral science field
• Must demonstrate competency in mental health assessment, diagnosis (DSM 5), treatment planning, and therapeutic intervention.

Tenure Progression for Therapist Levels I-IV

• Therapist I: Master’s degree completed; QMHP or related licensure (licensed or registered toward licensure)
• Therapist II: Master’s degree; QMHP or related licensure; minimum 3 years therapist experience
• Therapist III: Master’s degree; QMHP or related licensure; minimum 7 years therapist experience
• Therapist IV: Master’s degree; QMHP or related licensure; minimum 10 years therapist experience

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• Oregon driver’s license and insurable driving record
• Maintain MHACBO QMHP C certification if not currently licensed or in active licensure pursuit
• Personal automobile insurance required for transporting clients or conducting agency business
• This position may be subject to background checks in accordance with state or federal requirements

If you’re a clinician who values dignity, connection, and measurable impact, we’d love to meet you. Join a team where your voice matters and your expertise helps shape better care for our community.

Apply today! and take the next step toward meaningful work at KBBH.

Other Considerations: Klamath Basin Behavioral Health celebrates diversity and is committed to creating inclusive and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and agency need.