DBT Therapist

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DBT Therapists employs pre-licensed therapists that have background or interest in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and is learning to work with clients with borderline personality disorder, self-harm and/or destructive behaviors, and/or suicidal ideation. Ideally this individual has had exposure to other trauma modalities such as EMDR, ART (accelerated resolution therapy), AIR (adaptive internal relational) Network, Prolonged Exposure or Somatic Experiencing

Primary Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of Sr. DBT-PTSD Therapist, complete diagnostic assessment, treatment planning and functional assessments and clinical session notes within established timeframe
• Participate in weekly team consultation meetings
• Initiate upon admission discharge planning in collaboration with the patient
• Under the direction of the Sr. DBT-PTSD Therapist, utilizes skill of writing individualized, behavioral & measurable treatment goals based upon information on psychosocial assessment and psychiatric evaluation
• Under the direction of the Sr. DBT-PTSD Therapist, Clinicians will facilitate two groups, with the potential to facilitate up to three in the short-term, depending on clinic need. Clinicians will also acquire groups at the rate that they build their individual DBT case load (1 group per 5 individual clients served)
• Provide real-time phone coaching to DBT clients. Coaching sessions could fall outside of normal business hours. Seek guidance as needed to prepare for coaching session
• Obtain insurance benefit information, authorization for treatment and perform ongoing utilization reviews. Seek guidance as needed
• Demonstrate skill in documentation which meets all regulatory and DBT-PTSD standards. Files all progress notes in the medical record within 24 – 48 hours of the date of service
• Responds appropriately to patient’s requests. Seek guidance as needed
• Under the direction of the Sr. DBT-PTSD Therapist, provides comprehensive education, instructions, and/or advocacy information designed to assist the patient and significant others to identify secure needed health care follow-up or next level of care services
• Provides referring physicians and/or psychotherapists with weekly updates of patient’s compliance with and progress in treatment
• Adheres to DBT-PTSD’s Policies and Procedures
• Stay current with research and advancements in the field of therapy
• Prepare and assist with audits when requested
• Be a part of the DBT Team according to the guidelines outlined as a state certified IOP DBT clinic (program) 

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Must either:
  • Currently possess a master’s degree in psychology, counseling, marriage & family therapy, or social work from a regionally accredited academic program
  • Currently in final months of a master’s degree in psychology, counseling, marriage & family therapy, or social work from a regionally accredited academic program and will have Master’s Degree within 90 days of employment
• Pre-licensed as a clinical mental health professional in Minnesota (Behavioral Health Counselor, Pre-Licensed Therapist, etc.)

The salary range for this role is $49,300 to $96,400 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.