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UnitedHealth Group Licensed Clinical Psychologist, PsyD/PhD - Springfield, PA - Hybrid in Springfield, Pennsylvania
For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
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At Springfield Behavioral of Pennsylvania, our commitment to optimal mental health and steadfast support isn't just for our clients; it extends to every team member.
Springfield Behavioral realizes the strength of our practice is our exceptional staff. We support our clinicians in building a thriving and profitable caseload upon a culture of values of innovation, professionalism, and healthy work/life balance. We seek Licensed Clinical Psychologists (PsyD, PhD) for full or part-time positions in our Springfield, PA location.
As a Clinical Psychologist, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population.
If you are located in Springfield, PA, you will have the flexibility to work from home and in the office in this hybrid role* as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
Develop and coordinate a clinical treatment program for the diagnosis, treatment, or referral of patients presenting moderate to severe social or mental behavior problems
Involves patient and/or family in treatment planning as appropriate
Conducts individual, family or group therapy sessions based on ethical and medical necessity guidelines. Option to develop and provide time-limited psycho-educational groups or ongoing therapy groups
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:
Doctoral degree in psychology
Independent mental health license in Pennsylvania
2+ years of clinical experience
Experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals and families
Proven solid computer and basic technology skills
Demonstrated history of professional growth and development
Ability to be self-motivated, independent and able to quickly build rapport with clients
Preferred Qualifications:
Experienced with children or adolescents
Experience with couples or family counseling
Experience with health psychology
Competent with a wide range of clinical presentations
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.
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.