Licensed Outpatient Therapist - Mankato MN

CARE Counseling, part of the Optum family of businesses is seeking a Licensed Outpatient Therapist to join our team in Mankato, MN. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

Therapists can choose to work onsite or a hybrid arrangement that includes 2 days / week in the office. There is additional flexibility in the number of billable hours / hours worked per week.

Primary Responsibilities :

Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders

Provide treatment for mental health conditions using various 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

Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements

We are committed to your well-being and growth, offering a comprehensive package of perks and benefits with varying eligibility based on role, including :

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

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.

Required Qualifications :

Master's or Doctoral Degree in Behavioral Science / related field (Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family therapy, Social Work, Education, etc.)

Active, independent clinical license as a Mental Health Professional in the State of Minnesota (LP, LPCC, LICSW, LMFT)

Basic understanding of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Ability to adhere to one of the following work models :

Onsite (must complete all work at one consistent site)

Hybrid - at least 2 days on site (must have a distraction-free space in home for home office with access to high-speed internet)

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience in outpatient mental health

Experience in clinical documentation

Diagnostic assessment experience

Experienced in treatment planning and maintaining a caseload

Experience with AthenaHealth / AthenaOne and / or Opus

Experience entering pertinent information in Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems

Experience reading and interpreting information, such as reports, general correspondence, professional publications, and government regulations, with the ability to share with others as needed

Experience reading, interpreting and applying / modeling general information from policy and procedure manuals and other compliance related information

Experience presenting information and responding to questions from internal and external stakeholders which can or may include community providers, medical professionals, management, peers, family members and clients

Knowledge of the effects of mental illness and seeks information from a wide variety of disciplines applicable to the treatment of persons with mental illness

• All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

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.

The salary range for this role is $59,500 to $116,600 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.