Join CARE Counseling, a proud member of the Optum family of businesses! We are looking for a dedicated Licensed Outpatient Therapist to enhance our team. At Optum, a clinician-led organization, we are transforming how healthcare is delivered for clinicians and patients alike. As a valued member of our Optum Behavioral Care Team, you will play a crucial role in our mission to make healthcare accessible and effective for everyone. Explore exciting opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We are innovating behavioral health care delivery to serve individuals, clinicians, and the entire healthcare system. Together, we provide compassionate care and advanced solutions to support our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses physical, mental, and social needs, ensuring that patients can easily access and navigate care at any time. Join us to improve millions of lives while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. We offer flexibility in the number of billable hours and hours worked each week, along with the choice to work onsite or in a hybrid model. Key Responsibilities: Conduct intakes and diagnostic evaluations, prepare treatment plans, and provide effective client therapy under supervision. Build strong therapeutic relationships, addressing each client's unique needs and goals to enhance outcomes and retention. Exhibit advanced clinical knowledge related to individual goals, treatment, and diagnoses. Engage in crisis interventions, stabilization, and de-escalation, prioritizing client safety. Document all client interactions in a timely and accurate manner, adhering to legal, ethical, and organizational standards. Provide one-on-one supportive counseling, observe client behavior, and implement behavioral management interventions as necessary. Contribute to a positive atmosphere with colleagues and clients. Participate actively in group consultations, team meetings, and relevant gatherings, demonstrating professionalism and preparedness. Show a commitment to incorporate feedback from management and leadership for continuous improvement in client care. Maintain a full caseload and fulfill additional responsibilities, achieving an average quota of 28 points weekly or as designated. You will be rewarded and recognized for your hard work in an environment that challenges you while providing a clear path for success and professional growth. Required Qualifications: Master's or Doctoral degree in Behavioral Science or a related field (e.g., Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Education). Active, independent clinical license as a Mental Health Professional in Minnesota (e.g., LP, LPCC, LICSW, LMFT). Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Ability to adhere to one of the following work models: Onsite (completing all work at one consistent site). Hybrid (at least 2 days onsite, with a distraction-free home office and access to high-speed internet).

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in outpatient mental health settings. Proficient in clinical documentation and diagnostic assessment. Experienced in treatment planning and maintaining a caseload. Familiarity with AthenaHealth/AthenaOne and/or Opus. Experience with Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems. Able to read and interpret professional documents and regulations. Competent in presenting to and answering questions from diverse stakeholders including community providers and clients. Knowledge of mental illness impacts, seeking interdisciplinary information for treatment. The salary range for this position is $59,500 to $116,600 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is determined by various factors including local labor markets, education, experience, and certifications. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive programs, stock options, and 401k contribution (subject to eligibility requirements). At UnitedHealth Group, we aim to help people live healthier lives and enhance the health system for everyone. We believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to achieve their best health, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, location, or income. We are committed to addressing health disparities and improving outcomes for historically marginalized groups. Diversity fosters a healthier workplace: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates must pass a drug test prior to employment.