Remote Therapist - 1099 Contractor - LCSW or LPC - New Jersey Licensed

Optum; Allentown (Lehigh County); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to transforming behavioral health care. As a compassionate therapist, you will deliver impactful remote care that focuses on actionable skills and healthy habits. With a collaborative environment and support from clinical supervisors, you will have the opportunity to make a significant difference in patients' lives. Enjoy the flexibility of setting your own hours while being part of a mission-driven team that values accessibility and affordability in health care. This role is perfect for those passionate about helping others and looking for a rewarding career.

Benefits

Set your own hours

Work from 10 to 24 hours per week

All referrals provided

Free CEUs and cross licensing reimbursement

Support with scheduling and billing

Qualifications

• Must be independently licensed in New Jersey as LCSW or LPC.
• Carry own Malpractice Insurance and have an NPI Number.

Responsibilities

• Deliver remote care throughout short-term, outcome-based programs.
• Manage a caseload of a minimum of 10 participants in treatment.

Skills

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Clinical Social Work

Professional Counseling

Education

Active Clinical Licensure in New Jersey

Job description

Opportunities with AbleTo, part of the Optum family of businesses, are focused on improving millions of lives through technology-enabled behavioral health care. Start a rewarding career where your work will bridge the gap between need and treatment. Join us in making care more accessible and affordable through convenient telehealth available in all 50 states. Be part of a team that's driven by the passion we share for helping people get better and stay better. Help us make a meaningful and lasting impact while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

You're a compassionate therapist who shares in our ambitious mission to transform behavioral health care. You want to make a difference and spend more time with patients than with paperwork. You appreciate a collaborative environment with a support system of coaches and clinical supervisors. You want to help participants focus on actionable skills and build healthy, life-long habits through structured, evidence-based protocols.

***Work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Must be independently licensed in New Jersey***

Fixed Rates below are based on residency in New Jersey

$80/intake | $40 for regular sessions

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver remote care throughout short-term, outcome-based programs


• Manage a caseload of a minimum of 10 participants in treatment


• Monitor participant progress, provide follow-up communications and care coordination recommendations, and document session notes


• Participate as a member of the care team and assist participants as needed with accessing resources, as well as obtaining consent and authorization forms


• Identify and respond to high-risk participant encounters with elevated safety concerns, following company protocols


• Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality as described in HIPAA Privacy & Security policies, and ensure compliance with annual training requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Active, independent clinical licensure in New Jersey in one of the following categories: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)


• A minimum of 10 hours per week within the hours of 9a-8pm local time. The 10 hours may be completed during the week or on weekends. Candidate can choose the set schedule that works for them, but it needs to be consistent once chosen


• Must carry your own Malpractice Insurance


• NPI Number

Preferred Qualification:

• Clinical experience conducting psychotherapy utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), or other solution-focused approaches

Perks

• Set your own hours within the hours of 9a-8pm local time including weekends


• Work from 10 hours (min) to 24 hours (max) per week


• All referrals provided


• Free CEUs and cross licensing reimbursement


• Support with scheduling and billing

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

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.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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