Behavioral Health Therapist, Licensed, MPS California, California License Required

Magellan Health; United States; Remote; USD 58,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Therapist to deliver high-quality, evidence-based services across a diverse clientele, including children, adolescents, and adults. In this vital role, you will provide individual and group therapy, conduct diagnostic assessments, and work collaboratively within a clinical team to enhance patient care. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on the mental health of individuals while enjoying a supportive work environment that values professional development and teamwork. If you are passionate about behavioral health and eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Short-term incentives

Health and life insurance

Voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• 2+ years of clinical experience required with knowledge of evidence-based therapy protocols.
• Must be an independently licensed behavioral health clinician.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to various age groups.
• Manage caseload and meet performance expectations effectively.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Client Assessment

Solution-Focused Therapy

Effective Communication

Time Management

Flexibility

Education

Masters in Behavioral Health

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Magellan provides administrative and management services to independent, physician-owned and operated, health care practices. Magellan Provider Services, P.A. (“MPS”) is owned and operated by a licensed physician. There is no single provider of clinical care called “Magellan”. MPS engages a network of United States-based clinicians who provide clinical tele-health services. Magellan does not provide clinical advice or care, own or operate the clinical practices, employ or in any way supervise the clinicians providing clinical care, and control over the care provided is the sole responsibility of the independent clinical practices and the clinicians they employ.

The Behavioral Health Therapist provides high quality and evidence based behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, and elderly with a wide range of presenting problems. Services may include individual therapy, couple’s therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and diagnostic assessment.

• Provides diagnostic and therapeutic services in accordance with general standards applicable to mental health professionals.
• Provides individual and/or group counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, elderly, and families.
• Manages caseload and other tasks to meet both qualitative and quantitative performance expectations.
• Provides crisis assessment and intervention as needed.
• Adheres to and upholds the ethical standards and guidelines of the profession.
• Documents work in accordance with standards in the areas of diagnostic evaluations, progress notes, treatment plans, discharge procedures, and other consumer related activities.
• Participates in education and other activities necessary to maintain competency in clinical work.
• Actively participates in clinical team and staff meetings.
• Support team members and participate in team activities to help build a high-performance team.
• Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with others.
• Demonstrates flexibility in areas such as job duties and schedule to aid in better serving its members and help MPS achieve its business and operational goals.
• Assists in efforts to continuously improve by assuming responsibility for identifying and bringing to the attention of responsible entities operations problems and/or inefficiencies.
• Performs additional responsibilities as needed and/or outlined by MPS leadership.

Other Job Requirements

Responsibilities

• Considerable knowledge of evidence-based therapy protocols and current diagnostic processes.
• 2+ years post graduate clinical experience.
• Clinical training must include instruction on chemical dependency, mental health, and brief therapy.
• Must be able to provide accurate client assessment including diagnosis, level of risk, substance abuse, and create appropriate treatment plan.
• Competent in crisis intervention.
• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise in solution-focused, brief therapy in outpatient setting.
• Interact effectively at all levels both within the company and with external customers.
• Use time to manage caseload and documentation effectively.
• Meet productivity targets and quality management expectations.
• Develop effective working relationships with peers within and across organizational lines.
• Effectively resolves individual conflicts.
• Supports MPS mission and keeps management informed of team issues.
• Takes responsibility for own development and stays current on skills and techniques needed to perform job.
• Flexible; adjust well to new situations and changing priorities.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and stress while handling a variety of assignments.
• Maintain a positive, achievement-oriented attitude and be consistent in accomplishing expected objectives.
• Knowledge of computers and Microsoft software products.
• Knowledge of the standards and ethical principles for specific discipline.

General Job Information

Title: Behavioral Health Therapist, Licensed, MPS California, California License Required

Grade: 24

Work Experience - Required: Clinical

Work Experience - Preferred

Education - Required: Masters - Behavioral Health

Education - Preferred

License and Certifications - Required: Current licensure required for this position that meets State, Commonwealth or customer-specific requirements - Care Mgmt, LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Care Mgmt, LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Care Mgmt, LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - Care Mgmt, LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - Care Mgmt, LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - Care Mgmt, Must be an independently licensed behavioral health clinician - Care Mgmt, PSY - Psychologist - Care Mgmt

License and Certifications - Preferred

Salary Range

Salary Minimum: $58,440

Salary Maximum: $93,500

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

This position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.

Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.