**$5000 Sign-On Bonus for External Candidates Residing in CA**

**AbleTo, part of the Optum family of businesses is seeking a Full Time Licensed Therapist to join our remote team in California. 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.**

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.**

You're a compassionate therapist who shares in our ambitious mission to transform behavioral health care. You want to make a difference and spend more time with patients than with paperwork. You appreciate a collaborative environment with a support system of coaches and clinical supervisors. You want to help participants focus on actionable skills and build healthy, life-long habits through structured, evidence-based protocols.

Must be licensed as an LCSW, LPCC or LMFT in California.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

**Primary Responsibilities:**

+ Deliver remote care throughout an 8-week evidence-based program

+ Monitor participant progress, provide follow-up communications and care coordination recommendations, and document session notes

+ Participate as a member of the care team and assist participants as needed with accessing resources, as well as obtaining consent and authorization forms

+ Identify and respond to high-risk participant encounters with elevated safety concerns, following company protocols

+ Participate in regularly scheduled meetings with supervisors, monthly team meetings, and Town Halls

+ Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality as described in HIPAA Privacy & Security policies, and ensure compliance with annual training requirements

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:**

+ One or more of the following:

+ Current/unrestricted Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in CA

+ Ability to maintain a consistent schedule for patients (40 hours/week, Monday-Friday)

+ Currently eligible to be enrolled as a provider in the Medicare program or able to terminate opt-out (if applicable) prior to starting a new position

**Preferred Qualification:**

+ Clinical experience conducting psychotherapy utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and other solution-focused approaches

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

The salary range for this role is $59,500 to $116,600 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). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

**Application Deadline:** This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

_Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law._

_OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._