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Job description
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Job category: Behavioral
Elevate, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a per diem Mental Health Therapist to join our team in Show Low, AZ As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you will be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
As a Mental Health Therapist , you will provide evidence-based treatment for a broad range of mental health conditions, reflecting the needs of a diverse patient population. We offer flexible solutions designed to support both clinicians and the communities they serve. Our organization provides the infrastructure and support that enables therapists to focus on delivering quality patient care.
This Role Is Ideal For Clinicians Who:
Are comfortable providing care both in person and via telehealth within an integrated setting serving patients with behavioral health needs
Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and remain organized while managing a focused caseload
Value autonomy and flexibility in setting a weekly
Are interested in contributing to a mission-driven organization focused on high-quality client care
Appreciate comprehensive administrative support, including credentialing and business operations
Seeking professional development opportunities and participation in consultation and supervision groups
Can effectively deliver evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions to outpatient clients (individuals, couples, and families) with varying levels of readiness for change
Why Optum Behavioral Care
At Optum Behavioral Care, we prioritize clinician well-being, career growth, and innovation in care delivery. We offer a comprehensive benefits and rewards package that may include:
Competitive salary
Flexible work models
401(k) with company match
Family support and wellness resources
Career development opportunities within a growing organization
What You'll Do
Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance use disorders
Provide treatment using evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and other modalities
Track treatment response and monitor patients for changes in symptoms or complications
Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation in compliance with 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
Active, unrestricted clinical license that allows you to practice without supervision in Arizona: LCSW, LMFT, or LPC)
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ years of professional experience post master's degree providing behavioral health services
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 Electronic Health Record systems (EHRs)
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness
Pay Range: $69,100 - $103,800 annual total cash target pay
Annual total cash compensation for this role assumes full time employment and generally follows the range above, includes earnings from hourly pay (25/hr) and incentive pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, 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 us, 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.
UnitedHealth Group 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Worksite address
show low, AZ, 85902, US
Who can apply
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