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

Job Title: Crisis Therapist I

Shift: Monday- Friday; 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM

Department: Mobile Crisis

SIGN ON BONUS

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/behavioral health providers at 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 every member of our team. We support the whole person, and that commitment shapes the way we show up for one another every day.

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

Crisis Therapist I 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: Crisis Therapist I hourly rate is $28.85-$33.80 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:

As a Crisis Therapist, you will be part of the Mobile Crisis Team, responding anywhere in Klamath County to support individuals navigating acute mental health crises. In the moments when people feel most overwhelmed, your presence provides safety, grounding, and hope. You will conduct evaluations, assess risk, coordinate care, and help determine next steps for individuals experiencing urgent psychiatric or emotional distress. Your work ensures clients receive compassionate, rapid response support that honors their dignity, autonomy, and needs.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, empathy, teamwork, and the ability to stay calm and purposeful in unpredictable situations. You will collaborate closely with law enforcement, hospitals, providers, families, and community partners to ensure each person receives a coordinated and people first crisis intervention experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide compassionate, clinically sound crisis assessment

• Conduct comprehensive screenings to evaluate mental health symptoms
• Determine level of risk following Oregon Administrative Rules and statutes
• Assess immediate needs and safety concerns

Coordinate care and connect individuals with appropriate supports

• Determine eligibility for services and make timely referrals
• Work with families, providers, and community partners to obtain needed services
• Monitor client progress and help connect them with community supports

Collaborate widely to support community safety and wellbeing

• Provide education and consultation to agencies interacting with individuals in crisis
• Participate in interagency staffing, crisis planning, and treatment coordination
• Represent KBBH in community meetings as assigned

Maintain clear, timely documentation and communication

• Document services and progress in the EHR
• Keep client records current and compliant
• Prepare written evaluations, DSM 5 diagnoses, and treatment plans
• Complete documentation within required timelines

Collaborate closely with your crisis team

• Share case information and provide consultation
• Support team members during crisis events
• Communicate clearly and consistently

Success in This Role Looks Like:

• Clients experience safety, respect, and meaningful support
• Crisis assessments are accurate, timely, and well documented
• Communication across agencies is coordinated and collaborative
• Services are delivered with professionalism, empathy, and cultural humility
• Records, plans, and treatment documents meet high quality and compliance standards
• Clinical decisions reflect sound judgment, risk awareness, and client centered care

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong crisis assessment and intervention skills
• Ability to remain grounded and focused in urgent situations
• Strength in communication, empathy, and relationship building
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and community agencies
• Competence in documentation and adherence to confidentiality standards
• Cultural sensitivity and trauma informed practice

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

• Graduate degree in a behavioral science field (e.g., Psychology, Social Work)

Preferred: 1 year of experience with de-escalation in a crisis setting

Tenure Progression for Crisis Therapist Levels I-IV

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

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Oregon driver’s license
• Insurable driving record
• If unlicensed or not in the licensing process, must meet and maintain MHACBO QMHP certification requirements

If you’re passionate about helping individuals feel safe, supported, and respected during their most vulnerable moments, we would love to meet you.

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 status protected by law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and agency need.