Senior Behavioral Health Clinician

Optum; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Uncapped productivity incentives

Flexible work models

Paid time off

Health and wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement and learning time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bedford, NH, is looking for a Mental Health Clinician to join the team. This role involves treating various mental health conditions and supporting patients through therapy sessions. Candidates should have a Master's degree in psychology or social work, with preferred experience in family counseling and psychology. The position offers competitive hourly pay, productivity incentives, and a robust benefits package. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives while working in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Master's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Experience with various counseling methodologies preferred.
• Technical proficiency with computer documentation tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy in individual or group sessions, virtually or in person.
• Conduct assessments for mental health disorders and implement treatment plans.
• Assist patients and families in accessing community resources.
• Support patient growth strategy through profile marketing.

Skills

Experience with couples or family counseling

Experience with children or adolescents

Experience with health psychology

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in Outlook

Experience with Athena RMS or other EHRs

Education

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

Job description

Family Counseling Associates of New Hampshire, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Mental Health Clinician to join our team in Bedford, NH. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

As a Mental Health Clinician, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. We offer a variety of solutions that meet the unique needs of our workforce and the patients they serve. From clinical operations such as credentialing to business operations such as contracting, we provide organizational support that allows our providers to focus on what matters – providing care.

Primary Responsibilities

• Services/treatment/therapy may be provided in individual or group environments and may be provided virtually or in person
• Complete assessments or evaluations for mental health disorders and development, review, and implementation of comprehensive treatment plans
• Assist patients and their families to change behaviors and to locate and access interpersonal, family and community resources to manage their health and well‑being
• Participate in our patient growth strategy by providing a profile for online directories and other marketing efforts

We are committed to your well‑being and growth, offering a comprehensive package of perks and benefits with varying eligibility based on role, including:

• Competitive hourly pay & uncapped productivity incentives
• Flexible work models & paid time off when you need it
• Health and well‑being benefits like health insurance, 401k matching, and other family support and wellness resources
• Professional development with tuition reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with any of the following: couples or family counseling, children or adolescents, and/or health psychology
• Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation – Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness

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.

Pay Range: $52,000 to $78,100 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 (22/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.

OptumCare 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.

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