Mental Health Therapist - LMFT, LCSW, LCMHC - Per Diem

Optum; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 69,100 - 103,800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible per diem schedule

Competitive salary

401(k) with company match

Family support and wellness resources

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Sundance Behavioral Resources, part of Optum, seeks a per diem Mental Health Therapist in Provo, UT. Flexible hybrid in-person and telehealth with client-driven scheduling. Provide evidence-based care for diverse patients, joining a team of specialists focused on high-quality outcomes.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in counseling or related field and Utah licensure (LCSW/LMFT/LCMHC). Per diem schedule and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field.
• Active, unrestricted clinical license allowed in Utah: LCSW, LMFT, or LCMHC).
• 2+ years of professional post-master's experience preferred.
• Experience delivering psychotherapy to individuals and families.

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess patients for mental health and substance use disorders.
• Provide evidence-based treatment including CBT and DBT.
• Track treatment response and changes in symptoms.
• Maintain accurate EMR/clinical documentation compliant with regulations.

Skills

CBT

DBT

Evidence-based therapies

Education

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

Tools

Athena RMS

EHRs

Job description

Provo, UT | Part of Optum

Flexible Per Diem schedule

Sundance Behavioral Resources, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a per diem Mental Health Therapist to join our team in Provo, Utah. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you will be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

Founded in 1999, Sundance Behavioral Resources is an outpatient private practice, specializing in counseling and psychiatric care for adults, teens, and children with emotional, mental, and behavioral health concerns and conditions. With over 20 specialists, our team includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and mental health counselors, all genuinely committed to providing compassionate, goal‑oriented support.

As a Mental Health Therapist, you will provide evidence‑based treatment for a broad range of mental health conditions, reflecting the needs of a diverse patient population. We offer flexible solutions designed to support both clinicians and the communities they serve. Our organization provides the infrastructure and support that enables therapists to focus on delivering quality patient care.

This is a per diem role with a flexible hybrid model, having in‑person and telehealth sessions. You will have the flexibility to create your own schedule provided client needs are met.

This Role Is Ideal For Clinicians Who:

• Are comfortable providing care both in person and via telehealth within an integrated setting serving patients with behavioral health needs
• Thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment and remain organized while managing a focused caseload
• Value autonomy and flexibility in setting a weekly
• Are interested in contributing to a mission‑driven organization focused on high‑quality client care
• Appreciate comprehensive administrative support, including credentialing and business operations
• Seeking professional development opportunities and participation in consultation and supervision groups
• Can effectively deliver evidence‑based psychotherapeutic interventions to outpatient clients (individuals, couples, and families) with varying levels of readiness for change

Why Optum Behavioral Care

At Optum Behavioral Care, we prioritize clinician well‑being, career growth, and innovation in care delivery. We offer a comprehensive benefits and rewards package that may include:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work models
• 401(k) with company match
• Family support and wellness resources
• Career development opportunities within a growing organization

What You’ll Do

• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance use disorders
• Provide treatment using evidence‑based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and other modalities
• Track treatment response and monitor patients for changes in symptoms or complications
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date electronic medical records and clinical documentation in compliance with 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
• Active, unrestricted clinical license that allows you to practice without supervision in Utah: LCSW, LMFT, or LCMHC)

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 Record systems (EHRs)
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness

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.