Outpatient Clinician

UnitedHealth Group • South Bend, IN

246d • $59,500 - $116,600 • Onsite

About The Position

LifeSolutions Counseling, part of the Optum family of businesses is seeking a Outpatient Therapist - LICSW, LMHC, LMFT to join our team in South Bend, IN. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. As a Licensed Clinical Therapist / Independent Licensed Therapist, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. You will provide patients with behavioral and mental health treatments, including individual and group therapy.

Requirements

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field
• Clear, active and unrestricted license (LCSW, LMFT, or LMHC) in the state of practice
• Currently eligible to be enrolled as a provider in the Medicare program or able to terminate opt-out (if applicable) prior to starting a new position

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of professional social work / clinical experience 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 EHRs)
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness

Responsibilities

• Form excellent provider-patient alliances and coordinate care with external providers
• Conduct outpatient psychiatric evaluations
• Participate in enriching the training experience of our graduate students
• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders
• Provide treatment for a variety of mental health conditions using treatment 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
• Opportunities to represent the practice in community presentations and lectures
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (Athena) 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