Licensed Clinical Therapist — Flexible Outpatient Care

UnitedHealth Group; Southington (CT); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible work models

Health benefits and 401k

CE reimbursement

Job summary

Optum Behavioral Care in Southington, CT is seeking a Licensed Clinical Therapist to join our outpatient team. You will assess and treat diverse mental health conditions, document care in EMRs, and support marketing efforts to grow our patient base.

Requires a Master's in psychology or social work and CT licensure (LCSW/LMFT/LPC). Preferred: 2+ years of post-master’s behavioral health experience and proficiency with EHRs. Hybrid work options may be available.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field.
• Active, unrestricted clinical license as LCSW/LMFT/LPC in CT.

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance use disorders.
• Provide treatment using CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based approaches.
• Track treatment response and monitor symptoms and side effects.
• Maintain accurate EMRs and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Support online directory profiles and marketing efforts.

Skills

Clinical communication

Empathy

Collaboration

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in psychology or social work

Licensed in CT (LCSW/LMFT/LPC)

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Athena RMS / EHRs

Job description

Tides of Mind Counseling, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Clinical Therapist to join our team in Southington, CT. 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 an Outpatient 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.

We are committed to your well-being and growth, offering a comprehensive package of perks and benefits with varying eligibility based on role, including:

• 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

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

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 as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC in the state of Connecticut

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 Records systems (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 us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

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 help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.