Licensed Outpatient Therapist - Twin Cities - Onsite and Hybrid Opportunities

Optum - Mankato, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Mankato, MN

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

The Licensed Outpatient Therapist position at Optum in Mankato, MN, is a full-time role within the Optum Behavioral Care Team. This position is integral to improving healthcare delivery for individuals and clinicians, focusing on a holistic approach to address the physical, mental, and social needs of patients. The role offers flexibility in work hours and the option to work onsite or in a hybrid model, allowing therapists to engage with clients effectively while maintaining a balanced work-life dynamic.

Responsibilities

• Perform intakes, diagnostic evaluations, and monitor treatment planning while engaging in appropriate client therapy practices.
• Form effective therapeutic alliances to support each client's unique needs and goals, positively impacting client outcomes and retention.
• Demonstrate advanced clinical knowledge related to individual goals, treatment plans, and diagnoses.
• Engage in crisis interventions, stabilization, and de-escalation for clients experiencing mental health symptoms, prioritizing client safety.
• Document all client interactions timely and accurately as per legal and ethical standards.
• Provide one-to-one supportive counseling and perform behavioral management interventions as needed.
• Create a positive atmosphere with staff and clients.
• Participate in group consultations, team meetings, and demonstrate professionalism and preparation.
• Incorporate feedback from management and leadership to improve client care standards.
• Maintain a full client caseload and meet an average quota of 28 points weekly.

Requirements

• Master's or Doctoral Degree in Behavioral Science or a related field (Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Education, etc.).
• Active, independent clinical license as a Mental Health Professional in Minnesota (LP, LPCC, LICSW, LMFT).
• Basic understanding of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to work onsite or in a hybrid model, with at least 2 days onsite.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in outpatient mental health settings.
• Experience in clinical documentation.
• Diagnostic assessment experience.
• Experience in treatment planning and maintaining a caseload.
• Familiarity with AthenaHealth/AthenaOne and/or Opus.
• Experience with Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems.
• Ability to interpret and apply information from policy and procedure manuals.
• Experience presenting information to various stakeholders.

Benefits

• Flexible work hours and models (onsite or hybrid).
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.