Director of Mental Health

Job description

Location: Klamath Falls , OR (local candidates strongly preferred) Role Type: In-person: Anticipated Start Date: June 2026: Employment Type: Full-time salary, non-exempt: Compensation: $ 90 ,000 - $1 15,000 /year DOE Benefits: Medical & Dental/IRA match/Robust PTO About Friends of the Children: Friends of the Children serves children and families impacted by trauma, systemic inequities, and generational adversity. We partner with youth facing significant risk factors including exposure to ACEs, economic instability, and limited access to essential resources and provide transformational, long-term support to help buffer the impacts of toxic stress. Each child is paired with a salaried, professional mentor (“Friend”) for 12+ years, from kindergarten through high school graduation. Friends support youth in building emotional regulation, resilience, school readiness, and prosocial skills. In parallel, we work with caregivers through case management, resource navigation, and parenting support to strengthen the entire family system. Position Overview: The Director of Mental Health (DMH) is a foundational leadership role responsible for building and overseeing Friends of the Children - Kl...