Therapist III
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open mental health therapist jobs in Idaho post a median of $40 an hour, the middle half $33–$56.50, across 14 jobs that state their pay. Mental health therapists employed in Idaho earn a median of $30.46 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Workplace injuries
Kootenai Health in Coeurdalene reported 99 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 7,008,991 hours worked: 2.8 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.0 per 100 full-time workers at hospitals, general medical and surgicalnationwide. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Medicare rating of Kootenai Health
Medicare gives Kootenai Health 4 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Idaho's hospitals average 3.5). 78% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Idaho hospitals by rating.
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- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.63x · Clicks 35
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 63.7% · Stating an hourly rate 46.0%
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About the job
Therapist III
Position Summary
The primary purpose of the Therapist position is to work within a multi-disciplinary team approach to provide therapy and case management to individuals and families utilizing specialized treatment modalities related to current and accepted psychological, chemical dependency, group and individual theory.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct care through assessments, groups, family and 1:1 services
- Provides discharge planning, support and resource education to patients and families
- Provides clinical supervisor to staff working towards licensure
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
- Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned
Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree in social work or counseling or related field (i.e. Psychology) required
- LCSW/LCPC Idaho state license required; current license in another state as a LCSW/LCPC or equivalent acceptable with license in the State of Idaho required within one year of hire
- 3 years of fulltime psychological experience in social work assessment format, treatment planning and crisis intervention required
- Certified to provide supervision to therapists seeking State of Idaho licensure
- Crisis prevention training, or must acquire within 6 months of employment, required
- BLS required
Working Conditions
- Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs
- Must be able to maintain a standing position
- Typical equipment used in a clinical and office job
About Kootenai Health:
Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.
As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:
- Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer‑paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
- Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees
- Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth
- Retirement plans with pre‑tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%–6%
- Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
- Award‑winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps
- PerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories
- And an employee referral bonus program
Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!
Apply today!
Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.
Therapist III
Job Code: 26113
- Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
- Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
- Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
- Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
- An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
- Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
- Robust and interactive employee referral program
- And much more
Apply today! Please contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org with any questions.
From Kootenai Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Kootenai Health is a public hospital with an emergency department in Coeur D'Alene, ID. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, nursing assistants and therapists. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Kootenai Health
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