Per Diem Virtual Therapist - Remote

UnitedHealth GroupOmaha, NE
$69,100 - $103,800Remote

About The Position

Optum Behavioral Care is seeking a Per Diem Virtual Therapist to join their team. The role involves providing virtual behavioral services to a variety of patients using evidence-based practices and interventions. The therapist will be an integral part of the vision to make healthcare better for everyone, focusing on transforming behavioral health care and spending more time with patients. The position offers a collaborative environment with a support system of behavioral wellness coaches, other behavioral health providers, and clinical supervisors. The role allows for remote work flexibility from anywhere within the U.S.

Requirements

  • Master’s Degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field
  • Current, active and unrestricted license in the state of Nebraska
  • Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP)
  • Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP)
  • Ability to maintain a consistent minimum of 10 hours a week, and a maximum of 19 hours a week

Nice To Haves

  • Proven interest and ability to obtain additional state licenses based on business need
  • Proven flexibility and the ability to embrace change within a constantly evolving business
  • Proven passionate about impacting lives and the future of behavioral care
  • Proven ability to provide care virtually and work independently as well as collaborating in clinical groups
  • Proven excellent computer literacy skills and efficient in documenting clinical notes via an EHR system

Responsibilities

  • Deliver remote measurement informed care through evidence-based models of treatment
  • 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, training sessions, and Town Halls
  • Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality as described in HIPAA Privacy & Security policies, and ensure compliance with annual training requirements

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase
  • 401k contribution
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