Mental Health Therapist (LMFT, LCSW, LPC) - Per Diem

About the role

Elevate, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a per diem Mental Health Therapist to join their team in Flagstaff, AZ. This role is part of Optum Behavioral Care, a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving healthcare for everyone.

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance use disorders
• Provide treatment using evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and other modalities
• Track treatment response and monitor patients for changes in symptoms or complications
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field
• Active, unrestricted clinical license that allows you to practice without supervision in Arizona: LCSW, LMFT, or LPC

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience post master's degree providing behavioral health services
• 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 Electronic Health Record systems (EHRs)
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work models
• 401(k) with company match
• Family support and wellness resources
• Career development opportunities within a growing organization

Pay

Pay Range: $69,100 - $103,800 annual total cash target pay