Remote Therapist - Full Time - LCSW or LCMHC- North Carolina Licensed

Lensa; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 59,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Remote Therapist licensed in North Carolina. In this role, you will provide compassionate care through structured programs, focusing on improving patient outcomes while enjoying the flexibility of remote work. Join a team dedicated to transforming behavioral health care delivery.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401k contribution

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in North Carolina.
• Ability to maintain a consistent schedule (40 hrs/week).

Responsibilities

• Deliver remote care throughout structured evidence-based programs.
• Monitor participant progress and document session notes.
• Identify and respond to high-risk participant encounters.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Education

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors (LCMHC)

Job description

Remote Therapist - Full Time - LCSW or LCMHC- North Carolina Licensed

Remote Therapist - Full Time - LCSW or LCMHC- North Carolina Licensed

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AbleTo, part of the Optum family of businesses is seeking a licensed LCSW or LCMHC to join our team in North Carolina. 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 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.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. but you MUST be licensed in North Carolina as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver remote care throughout short-term, structured evidence-based programs
• 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
• Participate in regularly scheduled meetings with supervisors, monthly team meetings, and Town Halls
• Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality as described in HIPAA Privacy & Security policies, and ensure compliance with annual training 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

• One or more of the following active and unrestricted licenses in North Carolina:
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors (LCMHC), or state equivalent
• Ability to maintain a consistent schedule for patients (40 hrs/week from Mon-Fri)
• Currently eligible to be enrolled as a provider in the Medicare program or able to terminate opt-out (if applicable) prior to starting a new position
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical experience conducting psychotherapy utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and other solution-focused approaches
• Interest and ability to cross-license based on business need
• Proven passionate about impacting lives and the future of behavioral care
• All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy
  
  

The salary range for this role is $59,500 to $116,600 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare 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.

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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