Per Diem Virtual Therapist - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•Seattle, WA

10d•Remote

About The Position

The Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Per Diem Virtual Therapist to join our team. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. You’re a compassionate therapist who shares our ambitious mission to transform behavioral health care. You want to make a difference and spend more time focused on patients. You appreciate a collaborative environment with a support system of behavioral wellness coaches, other behavioral health providers, and clinical supervisors. You want to provide virtual behavioral services to a variety of patients using evidence-based practices and interventions. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. 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.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field
Current, active and unrestricted license in the state of Washington
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW or state equivalent)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC or state equivalent)
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC or state equivalent)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT or state equivalent)
Ability to maintain a consistent minimum of 10 hours a week, and a maximum of 19 hours a week
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

Nice To Haves

Interest and ability to obtain additional state licenses based on business need
Passionate about impacting lives and the future of behavioral care
Proven flexibility and the ability to embrace change within a constantly evolving business
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