Lead, Behavioral Health Clinician Position Available In Loudon, Tennessee

Lead, Behavioral Health Clinician Optum – 3.3

Lenoir City, TN Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$57.3K – $105K a year 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) matching Qualifications Microsoft Excel Medical documentation Licensed Clinical Social Worker Social work Mid-level Master’s degree LISW Psychology Social Work 2 years Documentation review Communication skills Psychotherapy Full Job Description Optum Behavioral Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Lead, Behavioral Health Clinician to join our team in Lenoir City TN Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. 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. As a Lead Behavioral Health Clinician, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. You will provide patients with behavioral and mental health treatments, including individual and group therapy, medication management, and intensive outpatient programs.

Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:

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 Reviews the work of others and provides recommendations for improvement Develops innovative approaches and authorizes deviations from standards Sought out as expert and provides explanations / information to others on the most complex / critical issues Motivates and inspires other team members and serves as a leader/ mentor Form excellent provider-patient alliances and coordinate care with external providers 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 degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field Clear, active and unrestricted license (Independent license/unrestricted Full

LCSW, LISW

) in the state of Tennessee Currently eligible to be enrolled as a provider in the Medicare program or able to terminate opt-out (if applicable) prior to starting a new position

Preferred Qualifications:

2+ years of 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) Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness 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. 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.