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UnitedHealth Group - Chesapeake, VA
posted 2 months ago
About the position
The Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician - Per Diem position at Coastal Counseling Center, part of the Optum family, involves providing comprehensive behavioral and mental health treatments to a diverse patient population. The role emphasizes the importance of forming strong provider-patient alliances, conducting psychiatric evaluations, and utilizing evidence-based treatment approaches to address various mental health conditions. This position is integral to the Optum Behavioral Care Team's mission to enhance healthcare delivery and improve patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Form excellent provider-patient alliances and coordinate care with external providers
- Conduct outpatient psychiatric evaluations and provide ongoing medication management
- Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders
- Provide treatment for a variety of mental health conditions using treatment 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
- Participate in enriching the training experience of our graduate students
- Opportunities to represent the practice in community presentations and lectures
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (Athena) and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
Requirements
- Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field
- Must have a clear, active and unrestricted license (LICSW, LMFT, LMHC, or LPC) in the state of practice
Nice-to-haves
- 2+ years professional social work / clinical experience post Master's degree
- Experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals and families
- 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
Benefits
- Opportunities for professional development
- Recognition for performance
- Challenging work environment with clear direction
