Counselor II/III

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionJoin Our Healing Circle as an Integrated Behavioral Health Counselor!Location: Puyallup Tribal Health Authority | Tacoma, WASchedule: Full-Time | ExemptHiring Range: $77,000.00 - $104,000.00 per yearPosition Close Date: April 2, 2026Are you a compassionate professional with a heart for service and a deep respect for community? The Kwawachee Counseling Center at the Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA) invites you to bring your gifts and join us in our mission of healing and hope. We are currently looking for an experienced Counselor to serve youth, adults, and families within our tribal and surrounding communities.This is more than a job - it's a calling to walk alongside others on their healing journey through culturally grounded, trauma-informed, and evidence-based care.What You'll Do:As a Counselor, you'll work in a supportive and collaborative environment rooted in cultural humility, integrity and compassion. Whether through individual counseling, school-based services, community outreach, or crisis response, our work is infused with meaning and heart. In this role, you'll:Provide comprehensive assessments and culturally sensitive counseling to individuals, families, and groupsSupport clients experience mental health challenges, including those at risk of suicide, using evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBTServe as a trusted crisis responder and participate in outreach effortsDevelop personalized treatment plans in partnership with clients, written in their own voiceCollaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support holistic wellnessEngage in community prevention and education initiativesWhat You Bring:Master's degree in human services or behavioral health field.WA State licensure as a Mental Health Counselor, Social Worker, or Marriage and Family Therapist (associate or full license depending on level). Associate-level licensees must attempt the full licensure exam within their introductory period (180 days).At least (1) year experience (post-graduate/post-internship) providing direct counseling services to individuals, families, and groups.Why PTHA?We are more than a clinic - we're a culturally grounded, patient-first health and wellness center serving the Indigenous community. We value teamwork, integrity, and community well-being. Here, your work has meaning.Work in a mission-driven, accredited organizationServe a close-knit patient population in an urban reservation settingEnjoy opportunities for professional development and trainingExperience a strong support system and inclusive team culturePerks of the Role:Make a Real Impact - Connect patients with timely, life-changing careMeaningful Mission - Contribute to the overall wellness of a tribally operated health organization dedicated to serving the Indigenous communityCompetitive Compensation - Receive a fair salary that reflects your expertise and the impact of your workSupportive Team Culture - Join a collaborative and inclusive environment where respect and ethics are core valuesCultural Enrichment - Work in an organization that values and integrates Indigenous traditions, community care, and cultural sensitivityStability & Impact - Be part of a long-standing, accredited institution that plays a vital role in community health and developmentPTHA Employee Benefits:Supportive environment that values a healthy work/life balanceMedical/Dental/Vision monthly premiums paid 100% by PTHA for employees (health coverage begins the first of the month following hire date)(13) annual leave (vacation) days + (13) annual sick leave days(18+) annual paid holidays including a birthday holiday401(k) with annual profit-sharing contributions after (2) years of serviceLife and AD&D insurance coverageHave student loans? PTHA is an approved loan repayment site for various student loan programsIf you're inspired to serve with compassion and cultural respect, we'd love to hear from you. Bring your whole self - your skills, your spirit, your story - and help us continue the sacred work of healing.In accordance with federal law, Native American Preference in employment applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors.Salary Description $77,000.00 - $104,000.00 per year

Created: 2026-04-02