Onsite EAP Counselor - Per Diem (16 hrs/wk)

UnitedHealth Group; Tualatin (OR); On-site; Confidential; Part time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an Onsite EAP Counselor in Tualatin, OR for a per diem role, totaling 16 hours per week with guaranteed hours. The role is non-exempt and paid hourly, supporting onsite services for a dedicated customer as part of Optum Behavioral Care.

The position involves assessment, referral, training, and critical incident response, plus collaboration with HR and managers on workplace issues. Requires licensure and 3+ years in behavioral health.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in a recognized behavioral health discipline.
• Current, unrestricted license at the independent practice level.
• 3+ years of experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Ability to work onsite as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct solution focused consultations; helping clients define goals, plan action and gain insight
• Assess and refer to appropriate programs and services including but not limited to: Worklife, behavioral health, substance abuse / chemical dependency and community-based resources
• Assist with referrals for members needing ongoing/additional counseling services
• Provide limited after care monitoring (following up with employees and/or providers to ensure the safety of employees, continuation of treatment, etc.)
• Provide manager consultation services on a variety of work-related issues such as; performance management, trauma impacting the workplace, organizational change, individual employee crisis intervention, coaching, and Work-life issues
• Provide crisis intervention and management support in response to Critical Incidents
• Conduct on-site training services for managers and employees (e.g. wellness seminars, Health fairs, Lunch & Learns)
• Participate in monthly 1 on 1's, team meetings, and other customer meetings as required
• Utilize UHG computer to accurately and thoroughly document member contact/case documentation accessing appropriate clinical case management system (s) within departmental time frame
• Follow internal ethical and regulatory privacy policies such as HIPAA, maintain confidentiality and private health information of members. Follows state and federal licensing practices
• Other projects as assigned by manager

Skills

3+ years behavioral health experience

Onsite work ability

Education

Master's/Doctoral degree in Behavioral Health

Licensed independent practice

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an Onsite EAP Counselor in Tualatin, OR for a per diem role, totaling 16 hours per week with guaranteed hours. The role is non-exempt and paid hourly, supporting onsite services for a dedicated customer as part of Optum Behavioral Care.

The position involves assessment, referral, training, and critical incident response, plus collaboration with HR and managers on workplace issues. Requires licensure and 3+ years in behavioral health.