Licensed Therapist

Optum; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum seeks a Licensed Therapist to join its Troy team, delivering comprehensive mental health care to a diverse patient population. This role involves assessing patients, providing psychotherapy, and maintaining compliance with clinical documentation standards. The position offers a competitive salary, flexibility, and benefits to support your well-being.

Benefits

Competitive salary & quarterly incentive bonuses

Flexible work models & paid time off

Health insurance and 401k matching

Professional development with tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Master's degree is required.
• Clear, active license as LPC, LMFT, or LMSW is mandatory.
• 2+ years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess patients for mental health disorders.
• Provide psychotherapy treatment for children and adolescents.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records.

Skills

Assessment

Psychotherapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

Education

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

Licensed (LPC, LMFT or LMSW) in Michigan

Job description

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Perspectives Counseling Centers, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Therapist (LMSW, LPC or LMFT) to join our team in Troy, MI. 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 psychotherapy treatment in an outpatient setting with children and adolescents 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
  
  

Benefits

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 salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses
• 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 tuition reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career
  
  

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
• Must have a clear, active and unrestricted license (LPC, LMFT or LMSW) in the state of Michigan
• Currently eligible to be enrolled as a provider in the Medicare program or able to terminate opt-out (if applicable) prior to starting a new position
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience post master’s degree providing behavioral health services
• Experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals and families
  
  

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 salary for this role will range from$58,800 to $105,000 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 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.

OptumCare 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.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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