Outpatient Licensed Therapist

Overview Heron Ridge Associates, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking an Independent Licensed Therapist to join our team in Brighton, MI. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. Primary Responsibilities Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders Provide treatment for mental health conditions using various approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and other evidence-based methods Form excellent provider-patient alliances and coordinate care with external providers Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements Conduct outpatient psychiatric evaluations Benefits Competitive hourly pay & uncapped productivity incentives 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 continuing education (CE) reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career Required Qualifications Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field Clear, active and unrestricted license (LMSW, LPC, LMFT) in the state of Michigan Preferred Qualifications 2+ years of professional social work/clinical experience post master's degree in behavioral health services Experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals and families Experience with children and adolescents Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs) Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness Pay Range: $69,100 - $103,800 annual total cash target pay. Annual total cash compensation for this role assumes full time employment and generally follows the range above, includes earnings from hourly pay (25/hr) and incentive pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Optum