Primary Care Therapist - LSWAIC

We're looking for a Licensed Social Work Associate - Independent Clinical (LSWAIC) to join an innovative, collaborative behavioral health team embedded in primary care. In this role, you'll provide direct clinical services to patients through the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) while partnering closely with primary care providers and psychiatric consultants.

You'll operate in conjunction with Optum Behavioral Care (OBC) as a core member of a hybrid in-person/virtual care team, supporting the mental and physical health needs of patients across an assigned caseload.

This is an ideal opportunity if you're passionate about integrated care, enjoy working collaboratively, and want to grow your clinical skills within a fast-evolving model that delivers measurable patient outcomes.

• Free clinical supervision provided for LSWAICs working toward their LICSW
• Monday-Friday schedule with no weekends or holidays
• Hybrid work model with a mix of onsite and remote days
• Strong clinical and operational support from Optum Behavioral Care
• Be part of a cutting-edge, evidence-based care model in primary care

This is a hybrid role embedded within Western Medical Group clinics in Marysville and Arlington, WA. You'll work onsite at the medical clinics most days, with the option to work remotely one to two days per week, based on clinic needs.

Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:

• Use virtual and in-person modalities to coordinate care with the patient's medical provider and, when appropriate, other mental health providers
• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders
• Systematically track treatment response and monitor patients for changes in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications
• Support psychotropic medication management as prescribed by medical providers, focusing on treatment adherence monitoring, side effects, and effectiveness of treatment
• Provide brief behavioral interventions using evidence-based techniques such as behavioral activation, problem-solving treatment, motivational interviewing, or other treatments as appropriate
• Participate in regularly scheduled caseload consultation with the psychiatric consultant and communicate resulting treatment recommendations to the patient's medical provider
• Develop and complete relapse prevention self-management plan with patients who have achieved their treatment goals and are soon to be discharged from the caseload

Required Qualifications:

• Active LSWAIC in Washington state
• 3+ years of experience treating patients (pediatrics and adults) with behavioral health conditions
• 1+ years of experience working in primary care or other medical behavioral integrated setting (i.e., with other provider types)
• Experience with assessment and using evidence-based psychosocial treatments and brief behavioral interventions for common mental health disorders (e.g., cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, problem-solving treatment, behavioral activation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM)
• Demonstrated experience being detail-oriented, organized, and have exceptional follow-up capabilities
• Proven ability to maintain effective and professional relationships with patient and other members of the care team
• Proven ability to work with patients in person as well as by telephone and video
• Proven solid grasp of technology solutions and tools and ability to adapt
• Bi-lingual Spanish

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 $85,000 to $95,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

UnitedHealth Group 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.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.