Onsite EAP Counselor (Part-Time)

UnitedHealth Group•Huntsville, AL

2d•$28 - $50•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 Optum family of businesses is seeking an Onsite EAP Consultant to join our team in Huntsville, AL at a client site to perform dedicated workplace support. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. Work Schedule: Part Time - 24 HPW Work Location: Huntsville, AL The Onsite EAP Consultant is a professional position responsible for providing onsite services to a dedicated customer in our overall book of business. Responsibilities range from assessment and referral, individual consultations, management consultations, training and presentations, and critical incident responses. An Onsite EAP Counselor may also provide consultation to HR, program managers, security and supervisors on workplace and organizational issues.

Requirements

Masters / Doctoral degree in a recognized behavioral health discipline
Current, unrestricted Alabama license at the independent practice level
3+ years of experience in a behavioral health/EAP setting
Solid virtual presentation skills for EAP programs
Comfortable to market and promote your services on site
Reside in the State of Alabama

Nice To Haves

CEAP
Training (Virtual) 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 workplace issues
Proficiency with all MS Office applications (Outlook and PowerPoint)
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 solution focused consultations; 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
Assist with referrals 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.)
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 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 assigned by manager