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Melinda Sakai

Clinical Mental Health Counselor

mental health Salem, OR Northwest Human Services
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
11 years at Northwest Human Services
Gender
Female
Connections
246
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Melinda Sakai is one of them.
  • 881 mental health professionals are based in OR (out of 17,254 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 7 contacts at Northwest Human Services are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical mental health compensation in OR: $42,000 – $104,000 (median $60,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of mental health professionals in OR: Sole Proprietor (56), Private Practice (30), U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs (12).
  • 4% of mental health professionals in OR hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 87% of mental health professionals in OR have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
George Fox University
Bachelors
1995
Portland State University
1993
George Fox University
2017
Skills
New Business Development Career Development Internships Administration Community Relations Customer Service Professional Networking Customer Relations Business Networking Recruiting System Administration Business Development Community Development Program Management Sales Security Leadership Development Marketing Strategy Training Public Speaking Strategic Planning Microsoft Office Coaching Team Building Time Management Social Networking
About Northwest Human Services
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
1000 to 4999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Professional Overview

Melinda Sakai is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, currently affiliated with Northwest Human Services, based in Salem, OR. As a mental health, Sakai contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Salem, OR. They have been with Northwest Human Services for 11 years. Sakai holds academic credentials, including Bachelors, from George Fox University and Portland State University. Core competencies include New Business Development, Career Development, Internships, Administration, Community Relations. Northwest Human Services operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 1000 to 4999 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit mental health professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to mental health specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Salem, OR healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Melinda Sakai located?
Melinda Sakai is based in Salem, OR. They are currently affiliated with Northwest Human Services.
What is Melinda Sakai's specialty?
Melinda Sakai specializes in mental health. Their current role is Clinical Mental Health Counselor.
Where does Melinda Sakai currently work?
Melinda Sakai currently works at Northwest Human Services. They have been there for 11 years.
What is Melinda Sakai's educational background?
Melinda Sakai attended George Fox University and Portland State University.
How do I contact Melinda Sakai for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a mental health professional?
Recruiting mental health professionals typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for mental health professionals across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a mental health professional in OR?
mental health professionals in OR typically earn $42,000 to $104,000 annually, with a median of $60,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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