Independently Licensed Therapist

UnitedHealth Group • Chicago, IL

160d • $58,800 - $105,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Uptown Psych, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking an Independently Licensed Clinician to join our team in Chicago. 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 an Independently Licensed Therapist, 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. This is a hybrid position that requires working a minimum of 3 days/week onsite. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of Chicago.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related counseling field
• Active, unrestricted LCPC, LMFT or LCSW license in Illinois
• Live within commuting distance of Chicago, IL

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of professional experience providing behavioral health services post master's degree
• Experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals and families
• Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS or other Electronic Health Record system (EHR)
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders
• Provide treatment for mental health conditions using various approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and other evidence-based methods
• Systematically track treatment response and monitor patients for changes in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements

Benefits

• Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Master's degree