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Mental Health Therapist (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) - Hybrid - Phoenix AZ
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$38,870 / year median in Arizona
+21% projected growth
Job Description
- Requisition number:
- 2338315
- Job category:
- Behavioral
- Phoenix, AZ | Part of Optum
- Elevate Mental Health,
- part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a
- Mental Health Therapist
- to join our team in
- Phoenix, AZ.
- As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you will be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. In 2025, Northlight Counseling Associates of Arizona, located in Phoenix and Mesa, and Phoenix Mental Health and Wellness of Arizona, located in Phoenix, Show Low and Flagstaff joined forces to become
- Elevate Mental Health.
- Together, Elevate Mental Health proudly provides comprehensive medication management and counseling services, both virtually and in-office, to individuals and families throughout Arizona.
- Licensed Clinical Therapist
- , you will provide evidence-based treatment for a broad range of mental health conditions, reflecting the needs of a diverse patient population. We offer flexible solutions designed to support both clinicians and the communities they serve. Our organization provides the infrastructure and support that enables therapists to focus on delivering quality patient care.
This Role Is Ideal For Clinicians Who:
- + Are comfortable providing care both in person and via telehealth within an integrated setting serving patients with behavioral health needs + Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and remain organized while managing a focused caseload + Value autonomy and flexibility in setting a weekly + Are interested in contributing to a mission-driven organization focused on high-quality client care + Appreciate comprehensive administrative support, including credentialing and business operations + Seeking professional development opportunities and participation in consultation and supervision groups + Can effectively deliver evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions to outpatient clients (individuals, couples, and families) with varying levels of readiness for change •Why Optum Behavioral Care•At Optum Behavioral Care, we prioritize clinician well-being, career growth, and innovation in care delivery.
- What You'll Do
- + Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance use disorders + Provide treatment using evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and other modalities + Track treatment response and monitor patients for changes in symptoms or complications + Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation in compliance with 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 + Clear, active and unrestricted license that allows you to practice without supervision (LCSW, LMFT, or LPC) in Arizona
Preferred Qualifications:
- + 2+ years of professional experience post master's degree providing behavioral health services + 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 + Ability to provide psychotherapy services in Spanish •Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care.
- We're revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system.
- Caring. Connecting. Growing together.