Home-Based Therapist - Per Diem

UnitedHealth Group•Indianapolis, IN

12d•$22 - $78,100

About The Position

Life Solutions, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Home-Based Therapist - Per Diem to join our team in Indianapolis, Indiana. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. Home-Based Therapists provide mental health services directly in clients’ homes, offering a convenient and comfortable setting for therapy. Home Based Therapists conduct individual, family, or group therapy sessions to address various mental health issues, provide crisis intervention, and develop personalized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and diagnoses. Additionally, they manage cases by coordinating services and resources, advocate for clients’ needs, and help build support systems. Home-based therapists also maintain accurate documentation, collaborate with other professionals, and continuously evaluate and adjust treatment plans to ensure effective care. 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.

Requirements

Active and unrestricted LSW, LMFT-A, LMHC-A, LCSW, LMFT, or LMHC license in the state of Indiana
Master’s degree from an accredited college in social work, psychology, sociology, or a related human service field
A valid driver’s license and the ability to use a private car to transport oneself and others in compliance with state policy concerning minimum car insurance coverage

Nice To Haves

Experience providing home-based work
Experience working with the juvenile probation population
Experience providing therapeutic services to individuals and families

Responsibilities

Provide individual, family, or group therapy sessions to clients in their homes
Offer immediate support and intervention during crises
Fostering healthy and productive family communication
Transporting families and children to necessary appointments and meetings
Evaluate clients’ mental health conditions, symptoms, and stress factors to diagnose and create treatment plans
Teach clients coping skills, stress management techniques, and other strategies to improve their mental health
Maintaining working relationships with referral sources by promptly responding to all communication requests
Attending supervision, training, and other meetings as scheduled
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date electronic case files according to program timeframes and requirements
Create and maintain a weekly schedule as dictated by clients (which may include evenings and weekends), utilizing and updating the Microsoft Outlook calendar