Senior Behavior Health Clinician

DBT-PTSD Specialist of Minnesota, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Senior Behavioral Health Clinician to join our team in Plymouth, Minnesota. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

As a Senior Behavioral Clinician, you will provide mental, behavioral, and/or psychological treatment services or therapy directly to patients using various treatment methodologies. We offer a variety of solutions that meet the unique needs of our workforce and the patients they serve. From clinical operations such as credentialing to business operations such as contracting, we provide organizational support that allows our providers to focus on what matters - providing care.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Services/treatment/therapy may be provided in individual or group environments and may be provided virtually or in person
• Complete assessments or evaluations for mental health disorders and development, review, and implementation of comprehensive treatment plans
• Work group therapy
• Assist patients and their families to change behaviors and to locate and access interpersonal, family and community resources to manage their health and well-being
• In a team setting, provide community education and awareness and/or consultation to staff members and other health care professionals regarding methods/approaches to help patients recognize and overcome barriers to health and well-being

We are committed to your well-being and growth, offering a comprehensive package of perks and benefits with varying eligibility based on role, including:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work models & paid time off when you need it
• Health and well-being benefits like health insurance, 401k matching, and other family support and wellness resources
• Professional development with tuition reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career

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:

• Completed master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field
• 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:

• Experience with any of the following:
  
  
  
  • Individual, couples or family counseling
  • Experience with children or adolescents
  • Experience with (DBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy or formal training
  • Experience running group therapy
  
  
  
  
• 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

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.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $48,700 to $87,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.