Mental Health Practitioner

Careerwebsite; Omaha, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay & uncapped 
in‑

Flexible work models & paid time off

Health and well-being benefits (health

401k matching and family support

Professional development with CE

Job summary

A Better Way Therapy, part of the Optum family of businesses, seeks a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) to join our Omaha, NE team. You will assess patients, provide evidence-based treatments and maintain EMRs, contributing to a larger Optum behavioral health mission.

The role offers flexible work models, competitive hourly pay with productivity incentives, and opportunities for professional development. We value independence and teamwork within a supportive care framework.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, or related counseling field.
• Active NE LIMHP license.
• Experience providing behavioral health services (2+ years) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders.
• Complete Nebraska Medicaid IDIs for clinicians not independently licensed and oversee cases with supervisor.
• Provide treatment using CBT, DBT and other evidence-based methods.
• Systematically track treatment response and monitor symptoms and side effects.
• Maintain accurate EMRs and comply with regulatory requirements.

Education

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

Clear, active and unrestricted LIMHP in NE

2+ years of professional behavioral health experience (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Athena RMS (or other EHRs)

Job description

A Better Way Therapy, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) to join our team in Omaha, NE. 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 Independent Mental Health Practitioner, 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
• Complete Nebraska Medicaid Initial Diagnostic Interviews (IDI) for clinicians who are not independently licensed and provide oversight on these client cases in conjunction with clinician's clinical supervisor
• 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

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
• Clear, active and unrestricted LIMHP in the state of NE

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 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 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.