Licensed Outpatient Therapist

Licensed Therapist Position

CARE Counseling, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a licensed therapist to join our team in Mankato, MN. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

This position is based onsite with flexibility for telehealth sessions at home. Some evening and/or Saturday availability is preferred.

In this role, you will:

• Serve a diverse patient population while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes
• Practice with clinical autonomy backed by a nationally recognized healthcare organization
• Benefit from a strong referral network and consistent patient demand
• Enjoy flexible scheduling options and dedicated operational support
• Access opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional patient care

Primary responsibilities include:

• Conducting assessments and providing outpatient therapy to individuals and families with a wide range of mental health and substance use concerns
• Delivering evidence-based treatment using approaches such as CBT, DBT, and other therapeutic modalities tailored to each patient's needs
• Tracking patient progress and treatment outcomes, making adjustments to care plans as clinically appropriate
• Maintaining accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within the electronic medical record
• Supporting patient access and practice growth by participating in provider marketing initiatives, including the creation and maintenance of professional online profiles

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation with hourly pay and uncapped productivity incentives
• Flexible work options and paid time off when you need it
• Comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, family support programs, and wellness resources
• Professional development support with continuing education (CE) reimbursement and dedicated learning time
• Career growth opportunities within a nationally recognized healthcare organization

We are committed to supporting your well-being and professional growth. Benefits and eligibility may vary by role.

Required qualification:

• Master's-level clinician licensed in Minnesota as an LPCC, LICSW, or LMFT. Licenses must be active and unrestricted

Preferred qualifications:

• 2+ years of professional experience providing behavioral health services, post master's degree
• Experience providing outpatient therapy to individuals and/or families
• Experience conducting diagnostic assessments
• Experience with treatment planning
• Experience maintaining a caseload
• Experience entering pertinent information in Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems
• Experience using athenaOne (formerly Athena EMR)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel

Pay range: $69,100 - $103,800 annual total cash target pay

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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.