Licensed Clinical Therapist (LCSW / LPC-MHSP)

Licensed Clinical Therapist (Onsite)

Knoxville, TN | 100% Onsite

Bearden Behavioral Health of Tennessee, part of the Optum family of businesses, is expanding our onsite group practice in Knoxville, TN. We are seeking independently licensed therapists who want to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, patient-centered clinical environment.

As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you'll play a vital role in our mission to help people live healthier lives while being supported by the resources, stability, and clinical infrastructure of a national organization.

• Stable base pay
• Uncapped productivity incentives (wRVUs)
• 6-month guaranteed ramp period to support your transition

• Full-time eligibility at 26 clinical hours per week
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• CE reimbursement and dedicated learning time

Primary Responsibilities:

• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders
• Provide treatment for mental health conditions using various 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
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Participate in our patient growth strategy by providing a profile for online directories and other marketing efforts

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field
• Clear, active and unrestricted license (LCSW, or LPC- MHSP) in the state of Tennessee
• 1+ years of professional experience post master's degree providing behavioral health services

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals and families in an outpatient setting
• Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.94 to $51.63 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group 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.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employ