Integrated Clinician, (LMHC or LICSW) - Behavioral Health | Atrius Health

Behavioral Health Professional

Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Full Time LMHC or LICSW to join our Integrated Behavioral Health Division in Braintree, MA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide consultations to Primary Care Providers and patients
• Assess patients for Behavioral Health disorders, symptoms and conditions including substance use
• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization for patients presenting in need of immediate care
• Address gaps in access to Behavioral Health services by providing interim, back-up or transitional care
• Provide follow-up to patients to monitor and assess risk
• Develop triage planning for patients requiring behavioral health treatment with community partners outside of the organization.
• Provide real time triage to a variety of Behavioral Health and substance use
• Enhance patient engagement by providing short behavioral interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
• Help implement treatment plans with Integrated Behavioral Health Provider.

What makes an Optum organization different?

• Providers are supported to practice at the peak of their license
• We recognize that if you want to provide good care and do it well, you can't do it alone - this is the foundation of the team-based care model
• Our culture is one of clinical innovation and transformation
• We are influencing change on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Competitive compensation
• Dedicated CME Time & Allowance
• Excellent PTO package
• Robust retirement package including employer funded contributions

Atrius Health is a physician-led healthcare leader. We are nationally recognized for transforming healthcare through clinical innovations, quality improvement and a commitment to value-based care. Atrius Health delivers an effective system of connected care at practice locations in eastern and central Massachusetts. We recognize the importance of a team-based delivery model, where primary & specialty care providers collaborate with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities - all working together to deliver high-quality care to every patient we serve. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

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 from an accredited school
• Active, unrestricted licensure as a LMHC or LICSW to practice independently in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• 1-3 years of clinical Behavioral Health experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fluency in EMR systems & technology
• At least two years practice
• Experience in substance use counseling

The salary range for this role is $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

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.