Licensed EAP Consultant (Per Diem)

UnitedHealth Group•Apple Valley, CA

13d•$100 - $110•Onsite

About The Position

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The per diem On-site EAP Counselor is a professional position responsible for providing onsite clinical services to a dedicated customer. Responsibilities range from assessment and referral, management consultations, training, and critical incident response. An on-site counselor may also provide consultation to HR, program managers and supervisors on workplace and organizational issues. This is a per diem position working 16 hours a week. The ideal schedule will be on-site Mondays and Tuesdays from 8am-4:30pm with 1 evening shift per month from 11am-7:30pm in Apple Valley. Flexibility with the days and times. Pay negotiable based upon experience. This role could pay between $100-110/hourly depending on experience.

Requirements

Masters / Doctoral degree in a recognized behavioral health discipline
Current, unrestricted LPC, LCSW or LMFT license at the independent practice level in CA
3+ years of experience in a behavioral health setting
Computer hardware and software proficiency required with proficiency with all MS Office applications
Demonstrated ability to work onsite and travel to the different hospital locations
Proven solid written and verbal communication skills
Proven solid organizational skills with the ability to manage stressful situations and multiple competing priorities
Residence in CA

Nice To Haves

CEAP
Training in EAP, workplace and organizational dynamics
EAP experience
Experience in settings such as managed care, private or public clinics, with emphasis on mental health, chemical dependency, and work place issues
Proven solid written and verbal communication skills
Proven solid interpersonal skills required and the ability to work effectively among different levels of management and personnel
Proven solid organizational skills with the ability to manage stressful situations and multiple competing priorities

Responsibilities

Conduct clinical and solution focused assessments; time limited counseling; helping clients define goals, plan action and gain insight
Assess and refer to appropriate programs and services including but not limited to: Work-life, behavioral health, substance abuse/chemical dependency and community-based resources
Provide EAP authorization for members needing ongoing/additional counseling services
Provide limited after care monitoring (following up with employees and/or providers to ensure the safety of employees, continuation of treatment, etc.)
Assist with development of workplace policies and procedures (e.g. Workplace violence prevention, FMLA issues, Impaired Employee issues) as needed
Provide manager consultation services on a variety of work-related issues such as; performance management, trauma impacting the workplace, organizational change, individual employee crisis intervention, coaching, and Work-life issues
Provide crisis intervention and management support in response to Critical Incidents
Conduct on-site training services for managers and employees (e.g. wellness seminars, Health fairs, Lunch & Learns)
Participate in monthly 1 on 1's, team meetings, and other customer meetings as required
Utilize UHG computer to accurately and thoroughly document member contact/case documentation accessing appropriate clinical case management system(s) within departmental time frame
Follow internal ethical and regulatory privacy policies such as HIPAA, maintain confidentiality and private health information of members. Follows state and federal licensing practices
Other projects as assigned by manager