Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician LCSW, LMFT, LMHC Position Available In Orange, Florida

Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician

LCSW, LMFT, LMHC

Requisition Number:

2244399

Job Category:

Behavioral

Primary Location:

Orlando, FL, US Comprehensive Med Psych Systems , part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician to join our team as a telecommuter. 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. 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. As a Licensed Social Worker, 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.

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 Systematically track treatment response and monitor patients for changes in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications
Form excellent provider-patient alliances and coordinate care with external providers
Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (Athena) and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements 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 Ability to travel to the Lakeland location 1 day a week
Clear, active and unrestricted license (Independent license/unrestricted Full

LCSW, LISW

) in the state of practice
2+ years of professional social work / clinical experience post Master’s degree

Preferred Qualifications:

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 If the hired individual resides in Florida (office based or telecommuting) this position requires the ACHA Level 1 background check (fingerprinting) by the State of Florida for all clinicians that have direct face to face contact with members OR employees who will have access to confidential patient data and will require renewal every five years. 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. Additional Job Detail Information Requisition Number
2244399 Business Segment
Optum Employee Status
Regular Job Level
Individual Contributor Travel
No Additional Locations Zephyrhills, FL, US
Spring Hill, FL, US
Winter Garden, FL, US
Brandon, FL, US
Wauchula, FL, US
Lake Wales, FL, US
Bartow, FL, US
Tampa, FL, US Overtime Status
Exempt Schedule
Full-time Shift
Day Job Telecommuter Position
No