Behavioral Health Clinician - Geriatric (LMSW)

Behavioral Health ClinicianGlendale, Goodyear and Surprise, AZ| Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 day remote) Monday-Friday | No weekends or holidaysOptum Behavioral Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician to join our team in Glendale, Goodyear and Surprise, AZ. Optum is a clinician-led care organization dedicated to transforming the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you will play an integral role in advancing our mission to make healthcare better for everyone.This position is embedded directly within a primary care practice, offering a unique opportunity to deliver behavioral health services where patients most often seek care. Providers may support multiple locations, including Surprise Community Center, Goodyear Community Center, and Glendale Clinic.The Behavioral Health Clinician functions as a core member of a multidisciplinary care team and practices within the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM)-an innovative, evidence?based framework that emphasizes close collaboration among therapists, primary care providers, and psychiatric consultants.In this role, you will provide direct, evidence?based behavioral health treatment to adult patients, including the geriatric population, integrating brief psychotherapy, collaborative care planning, and ongoing symptom monitoring to improve outcomes through accessible, coordinated, and measurement?based care.You will be supported by Optum Behavioral Care's clinical and operational teams as you work at the intersection of mental and physical health, helping patients achieve better outcomes through integrated, whole?person care.This role is ideal for clinicians who:Enjoy being embedded in respected primary care or medical practice and working as part of a collaborative, team-based care modelAre comfortable providing care in person and via telehealth within an integrated setting serving patients with behavioral health needsThrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and remain organized while managing a focused caseloadValue brief, evidence-based interventions and tracking measurable patient outcomes while delivering high-quality careAppreciates structured schedules and flexibility, whole-person care, and the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organizationAre licensed or provisionally licensed and are interested in receiving clinical supervision while pursuing independent licensureWhy Optum Behavioral CareAt Optum Behavioral Care, we prioritize clinician well?being, career growth, and innovation in care delivery. We offer a comprehensive benefits and rewards package that may include:Competitive salaryFlexible work models and generous paid time offMedical, dental, vision, and behavioral health benefits401(k) with company matchFamily support and wellness resourcesTuition reimbursement and dedicated learning timeCE/CEU and licensure renewal reimbursementCareer development opportunities across a fast?growing organizationPrimary Responsibilities:Provide brief, evidence?based behavioral health interventions using in?person and virtual modalitiesScreen, assess, and diagnose common mental health and substance use disordersCollaborate closely with primary care providers, psychiatric consultants, and care team membersTrack patient progress using measurement?based care and adjust treatment as neededSupport psychotropic medication management by monitoring adherence, side effects, and treatment responseParticipate in regular psychiatric case consultations and communicate recommendations to providersDevelop relapse?prevention and self?management plans for patients ready for discharge from active careMaintain accurate documentation and follow collaborative care workflowsRequired Qualifications:Active, unrestricted behavioral health license in Arizona (LMSW)1+ years of experience providing behavioral health treatmentExperience assessing and treating common mental health conditionsProven comfort delivering brief, evidence-based interventionsProven interest in working in a multidisciplinary, team-based care modelProven comfort working with diverse patient populations across mental health and medical conditionsPay 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 $60,200 - $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. 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.