Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician

Comprehensive Med Psych Systems , part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Social Worker to join our team as a telecommuter. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We’re revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system. Together, we are bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care and industry leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be – helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. We’re connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join our team, it’s your chance to improve the lives of millions while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

 

Growth and Development:

At CMPS, we nurture our employees’ potential by providing clear pathways for career advancement, including professional development programs, mentorship, and leadership training. Our collaborative work environment fosters innovation and teamwork, supporting your career growth and helping you achieve your professional goals.

 

As a Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. You will provide patients with behavioral and mental health treatments, including individual and group therapy, medication management, and intensive outpatient programs. 

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders 
• Provide treatment for a variety of mental health conditions using treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and other evidence-based methods  
• Form excellent provider-patient alliances and coordinate care with external providers  
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (Athena) and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements 
   

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:

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field  
• Clear, active and unrestricted license (Independent license/unrestricted Full LCSW, LISW) in the state of practice 
• 2+ years of professional social work/clinical experience post Master’s degree 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals and families  
• Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation – Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs) 
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness 
• Demonstrated leadership background

 

The salary range for this role is $59,500 to $116,600 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.

 

If the hired individual resides in Florida (office based or telecommuting) this position requires the ACHA Level 1 background check (fingerprinting) by the State of Florida for all clinicians that have direct face to face contact with members OR employees who will have access to confidential patient data and will require renewal every five years.

 

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

 

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