Licensed Substance Use Disorder Psychotherapist (LICSW or LMHC) | Atrius Health

Optum; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME time & allowance

PTO package

Retirement plan

Competitive pay

Job summary

Atrius Health, part of the Optum family, seeks a Full Time Licensed Independent Clinically Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor to join our Behavioral Health Department as a Substance Use Clinician in Beverly, MA. This role supports primary care patients with behavioral health disorders, including substance use, and collaborates with prescribers to implement treatment plans.

The ideal candidate holds LICSW or LMHC with MA licensure, has at least 1 year of SUD/dual diagnosis experience, and

Qualifications

• LICSW or LMHC with unlimited MA licensure.
• At least 1 year of experience with SUD and/or dual diagnoses patients.
• Experience with individual counseling, CBT, and motivational interviewing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides treatment for primary care patients for behavioral health disorders, including substance use disorders.
• Enhance patient engagement using CBT and motivational interviewing.
• Help implement treatment plans with site-specific Integrated Clinician and regional Prescribers (NPs and Psychiatrists).
• Knowledge of health psychology is preferred.
• Experience with substance abuse and addiction is preferred.

Skills

CBT

Motivational interviewing

Individual counseling

Education

MA licensure (LICSW/LMHC)

Job description

Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Full Time Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor to join our Behavioral Health Department as a Substance Use Clinician in Beverly, MA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides treatment for primary care patients for behavioral health disorders, symptoms and conditions including substance use disorders.

• Enhance patient engagement by using evidenced based tools such as cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.

• Help implement treatment plans with site specific Integrated Clinician and regional Prescribers (Nurse Practitioners and Psychiatrists).

• Knowledge of health psychology is preferred.

• Experience with substance abuse and addiction is preferred.

What makes an Optum organization different?

• As the largest employer of Advanced Practice Clinicians, we have a best-in-class employee experience and enable you to practice at the top of your license

• We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients

• We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations

• We grow talent from within. No matter where you want to go- geographically or professionally- you can do it here

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Competitive compensation based on quality, not quantity

• Dedicated CME Time & Allowance

• Excellent PTO package

• Robust retirement package including employer funded contributions

Atrius Health is a physician-led healthcare leader. We are nationally recognized for transforming healthcare through clinical innovations, quality improvement and a commitment to value-based care. Atrius Health delivers an effective system of connected care at practice locations in eastern and central Massachusetts. We recognize the importance of a team-based delivery model, where primary & specialty care providers collaborate with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities - all working together to deliver high-quality care to every patient we serve. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

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:

• LICSW or LMHC

• Unlimited Licensure in the state of Massachusetts

• At least one year of experience with SUD and/or dual diagnoses patients

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with individual counseling

• Experience in CBT and motivational interviewing

• Experience with psychoeducational and process groups

• Familiarity with local community resources

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 salary for this role will range from $60,200 - $107,400 annually 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 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.