Join Optum as an Independent Licensed Therapist and be part of a clinician-led team revolutionizing behavioral health care. You'll treat diverse mental health conditions through individual and group therapy, offering compassionate care to enhance patient lives across various settings.
Key Responsibilities
Form excellent provider-patient alliances and coordinate care with external providers
Conduct outpatient psychiatric evaluations
Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders
Provide mental health counseling services to individuals, families, and/or couples
Provide treatment for a variety of mental health conditions using treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and other evidence-based methods
Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (Athena) and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field
Clear, active and unrestricted license (LMSW, LPC, LMFT) in the state of Michigan
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of professional social work / clinical experience post Master's degree
Experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals and families
Experience with children and adolescents
Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness