Licensed Social Worker - LCSW - Psychiatry Services of NY - Pittsford
Company: Optum
Location: Webster
Posted on: February 7, 2025
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Job Description:
Psychiatry Services of New York, part of the Optum family of
businesses, is seeking a Licensed Social Worker to join our team in
Pittsford, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is
changing the way clinicians work and live.
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As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you'll be an
integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for
everyone.
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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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As a Licensed Social Worker, you will treat a wide variety of
mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse
patient population. You will provide patients with behavioral and
mental health treatments, including individual and group therapy,
medication management, and intensive outpatient programs.
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Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:
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
treatment 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
Form excellent provider-patient alliances and coordinate care with
external providers
Opportunities 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
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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:
Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling
field
Must have a clear, active and unrestricted license (Independent
license/unrestricted Full LCSW) in the state of practice
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Preferred Qualifications:
2+ years professional social work / clinical experience post
Master's degree
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
EHRs)
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal
effectiveness
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New York Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $58,300
to $114,300 annually. 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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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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