Remote Full Time Licensed Therapist Texas

UnitedHealth Group • Houston, TX

361d • Remote

About The Position

AbleTo, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Remote Full Time Licensed Therapist to join our team in Texas. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We're revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians, and the entire health care system. Together, we are bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care, and industry-leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental, and social needs of our patients wherever they may be - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join our team, it's your chance to improve the lives of millions while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. You're a compassionate therapist who shares in our ambitious mission to transform behavioral health care. You want to make a difference and spend more time with patients than with paperwork. You appreciate a collaborative environment with a support system of coaches and clinical supervisors. You want to help participants focus on actionable skills and build healthy, life-long habits through structured, evidence-based protocols. If you are located in Texas, you will have the flexibility to work remotely as you take on some tough challenges.

Requirements

• Current/unrestricted Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas
• Current/unrestricted Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas
• Ability to maintain a consistent schedule for patients (40 hrs/week, Monday-Friday)

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience conducting psychotherapy utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Clinical experience conducting psychotherapy utilizing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Experience with other solution-focused approaches
• Adherence to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

Responsibilities

• Deliver remote care throughout an 8-week evidence-based program
• Monitor participant progress, provide follow-up communications and care coordination recommendations, and document session notes
• Participate as a member of the care team and assist participants as needed with accessing resources, as well as obtaining consent and authorization forms
• Identify and respond to high-risk participant encounters with elevated safety concerns, following company protocols
• Participate in regularly scheduled meetings with supervisors, monthly team meetings, and Town Halls
• Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality as described in HIPAA Privacy & Security policies, and ensure compliance with annual training requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees