Licensed Clinical Therapist

Life Changes Group (Optum)

Optum’s behavioral health department seeks a Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician/Therapist to join our team in Boston, MA. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team you will be integral to improving healthcare for all.

• Form excellent provider‑patient alliances and coordinate care with external providers
• Conduct outpatient psychiatric evaluations and provide ongoing medication management
• Participate in enriching the training experience of our graduate students
• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders
• Provide treatment for a variety of mental health conditions using evidence‑based methods such as CBT, DBT, etc.
• Systematically track treatment response and monitor patients for changes in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications
• Opportunity to represent the practice in community presentations and lectures
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date electronic medical records (Athena) and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements

• Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses
• Flexible work models & paid time off when you need it
• Health and well‑being benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) matching, and other family support and wellness resources
• Professional development with tuition reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field
• Active and unrestricted license (LICSW, LMFT, LMHC) in the state of practice

• 2+ years of professional social work / clinical experience post Master’s
• Experience providing direct psychotherapy to individuals and families
• Proficiency with computers for professional communication and documentation – Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness

Optum Care 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.

Optum Care is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.