Onsite EAP Counselor (Per Diem) – Santa Clara

Optum; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

Optum is seeking an Onsite EAP Counselor to join our team in Santa Clara, CA. This per diem, 8-hour-per-week role is non-exempt and paid hourly.

You’ll provide onsite services, including assessments, referrals to programs, and limited aftercare monitoring, while supporting HR and supervisors on workplace issues. Responsibilities include conducting solution-focused consultations, facilitating trainings, and handling crisis intervention as needed.

Qualifications

• Masters / 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 Worklife, behavioral health, substance abuse, and community resources.
• Assist with referrals for members needing ongoing/additional counseling services.
• Provide limited after care monitoring to ensure safety and continuation of treatment.
• Offer manager consultation on work-related issues such as performance, trauma, organizational change, and Work-life issues.
• Provide crisis intervention and management support for Critical Incidents.
• Deliver on-site training for managers and employees, such as wellness seminars and health fairs.
• Document member contact/case information in the appropriate clinical systems within the required time frame.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

Time management

Education

Masters / Doctoral degree in a recognized behavioral health discipline

Job description

Optum is seeking an Onsite EAP Counselor to join our team in Santa Clara, CA. This per diem, 8-hour-per-week role is non-exempt and paid hourly.

You’ll provide onsite services, including assessments, referrals to programs, and limited aftercare monitoring, while supporting HR and supervisors on workplace issues. Responsibilities include conducting solution-focused consultations, facilitating trainings, and handling crisis intervention as needed.