Mental Health Practitioner - LCSW, LIMHP, LMHP, PLMHP

TieTalent; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician to provide high-quality mental health care in Fremont, NE. You will treat diverse patient populations using various therapeutic approaches while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. This role offers competitive pay, flexible work models, and professional development opportunities to enhance your career.

Benefits

Competitive salary & quarterly bonuses

Flexible work models

Health insurance

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Clear, active and unrestricted license in Nebraska required.
• Experience providing direct psychotherapy services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Form provider-patient alliances and coordinate care.
• Provide treatment for mental health conditions using evidence-based methods.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records.

Skills

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in psychology

Master’s degree in social work

Tools

Athena RMS

Excel

Outlook

Job description

A Better Way Therapy, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician/ Therapist to join our team in Fremont, NE. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

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 whileCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a Licensed Clinical Therapist / Independent Licensed Therapist, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. You will provide patients with behavioral and mental health treatments, including individual, family, and couple's counseling.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Form excellent provider-patient alliances and coordinate care with external providers
• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and/or substance abuse disorders
• Provide treatment for a variety of mental health conditions using treatment 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 (Athena) and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements

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
• Clear, active and unrestricted license (LCSW, LIMHP, PLMHP, LMHP) in the state of Nebraska

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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)
• 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 .

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.