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Life Changes Group, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician/Therapist to join our team in Brookline, MA. Optum is a clinician‑led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
Benefits
Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses
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 tuition reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career
As a Licensed Clinical Therapist / Independent Licensed Therapist, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. You will provide patients with behavioral and mental health treatments, including individual and group therapy, medication management, and intensive outpatient programs.
Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities
Form excellent provider‑patient alliances and coordinate care with external providers
Conduct outpatient psychiatric evaluations and provide ongoing medication management
Participate in enriching the training experience of our graduate students
Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders
Provide treatment for a variety of mental health conditions using treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and other evidence‑based methods
Systematically track treatment response and monitor patients for changes in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications
Opportunities to represent the practice in community presentations and lectures
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date electronic medical records (Athena) and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field
Clear, active and unrestricted license (LICSW, LMFT, LMHC) in the state of practice
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years professional social work/clinical experience post Master’s degree
Experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals and families
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
Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We’re revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system. Together, we are bringing high‑end medical service, compassionate care and industry‑leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be – helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. We’re connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join our team, it’s your chance to improve the lives of millions while
Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
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.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Licensed Therapist
role at
Optum .
Life Changes Group, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician/Therapist to join our team in Brookline, MA. Optum is a clinician‑led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
Benefits
Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses
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 tuition reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career
As a Licensed Clinical Therapist / Independent Licensed Therapist, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. You will provide patients with behavioral and mental health treatments, including individual and group therapy, medication management, and intensive outpatient programs.
Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities
Form excellent provider‑patient alliances and coordinate care with external providers
Conduct outpatient psychiatric evaluations and provide ongoing medication management
Participate in enriching the training experience of our graduate students
Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders
Provide treatment for a variety of mental health conditions using treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and other evidence‑based methods
Systematically track treatment response and monitor patients for changes in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications
Opportunities to represent the practice in community presentations and lectures
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date electronic medical records (Athena) and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field
Clear, active and unrestricted license (LICSW, LMFT, LMHC) in the state of practice
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years professional social work/clinical experience post Master’s degree
Experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals and families
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
Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We’re revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system. Together, we are bringing high‑end medical service, compassionate care and industry‑leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be – helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. We’re connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join our team, it’s your chance to improve the lives of millions while
Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
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.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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