Remote Therapist - 1099 Contractor - LCSWC or LCPC - Maryland Licensed

Remote Full-time
Job title: Remote Therapist - 1099 Contractor - LCSWC or LCPC - Maryland Licensed in Baltimore, MD at UnitedHealth Group

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Job description: AbleTo, part of the Optum family of businesses is seeking a Licensed Therapist to join our team in Maryland. 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.*1099 Contracts Available!

Manage a caseload of a minimum of 10 participants in treatment
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)
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 Maryland:


Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), 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
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
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.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.OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Expected salary: $28.61 - 56.06 per hour

Location: Baltimore, MD


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