Licensed Behavioral Therapist

Optum; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 42,705 - 71,635; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay & uncapped intr

Flexible work models & PTO

Health and well‑being benefits (health

Professional development with CE

Job summary

Springfield Behavioral of Pennsylvania, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician to join our King Of Prussia, PA team. You will treat a wide range of mental health conditions in a diverse patient population, delivering evidence-based therapies and maintaining compliant records.

The role emphasizes independent and collaborative work, with flexible models, CE reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth within Optum's Behavioral Care network.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field is required.
• Clear, active and unrestricted license (LCSW, LMFT, or LPC) in the state of practice is required.

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders.
• Provide treatment for mental health conditions using CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based methods.
• Systematically track treatment response and monitor clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications.
• Maintain accurate EMR and clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Participate in patient growth strategy by providing a profile for online directories and marketing efforts.

Skills

Psychotherapy experience

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Master's degree in psychology, social work, or related counseling field

Active license in state (LCSW/LMFT/LPC)

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Athena RMS / EHRs

Job description

Springfield Behavioral of Pennsylvania, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician to join our team in King Of Prussia, PA. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you\'ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

As a Licensed Clinical Therapist, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. We offer a variety of solutions that meet the unique needs of our workforce and the patients they serve. From clinical operations such as credentialing to business operations such as contracting, we provide organizational support that allows our providers to focus on what matters – providing care.

Primary Responsibilities

• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders
• Provide treatment for mental health conditions using various approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and other evidence‑based methods
• Systematically track treatment response and monitor patients for changes in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Participate in our patient growth strategy by providing a profile for online directories and other marketing efforts

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay & uncapped productivity incentives
• Flexible work models & paid time off when you need it
• Health and well‑being benefits like health insurance, 401k matching, and other family support and wellness resources
• Professional development with continuing education (CE) reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career

You will 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 (LCSW, LMFT, or LPC) in the state of practice

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 EHRs)
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness

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.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you\'ll find a far‑reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.94 to $51.63 per hour based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.