Remote Therapist - 1099 Contractor - LCSW or LPC - Pennsylvania Licensed
Company: Optum
Location: Erie
Posted on: February 14, 2025
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Job Description:
AbleTo, part of the Optum family of businesses is seeking a
Licensed Therapist to join our team in Pennsylvania. 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.
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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.
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*1099 Contracts Available!
Manage a caseload of a minimum of 10 participants in treatment
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Required: 10 hours per week within the hours of 9a-8pm local time.
The 10 hours may be completed during the week or on weekends.
Candidate can choose the set schedule that works for them, but it
needs to be consistent once chosen. -
$40-$60 per session hour (dependent on state of residence)
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***You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere
within the U.S. but you must be licensed in Pennsylvania.***
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Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:
Deliver remote care throughout outcome based, short-term treatment
programs. -Programs last a minimum of 8 sessions and could go as
long as 20 sessions
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:
Active, unrestricted, independent clinical license in Pennsylvania:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor,
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, or state equivalent
Ability to maintain a consistent schedule for patients 10+
hrs./week -
Currently eligible to be enrolled as a provider in the Medicare
program or able to terminate opt-out (if applicable) prior to
starting contract
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Preferred Qualifications:
Clinical experience conducting psychotherapy utilizing Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and
other solution-focused approaches
Willing and able to obtain licensure in other states
Proven passionate about impacting lives and the future of
behavioral care
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*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to
UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 per hour 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.
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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.
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Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal
Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers 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.---
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OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass
a drug test before beginning employment.
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