Associate Therapist CSWA, MFT-A, LPC-A) - Hybrid

Portland, Oregon | Part of Optum Awakened Heart, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking an Associate Therapist to join our team in Portland, OR. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you will be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. At Awakened Heart, we work with individuals, couples, and families to repair past traumas and create healthy, authentic connections. We do this work because suffering is a human experience and we believe healing is possible for everyone. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive space and we welcome the voices and experiences of the BIPOC, AAPI, LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities. We value personal growth and reflection and hold ourselves accountable for understanding and deconstructing the privilege and biases we hold. We envision a kinder world, one in which every voice is respected, and relationships are a container for healing. As a Behavioral Health Clinician , you will provide evidence-based treatment for a broad range of mental health conditions, reflecting the needs of a diverse patient population. We offer flexible solutions designed to support both clinicians and the communities they serve. Our organization provides the infrastructure and support that enables therapists to focus on delivering quality patient care. This Role Is Ideal For Clinicians Who: Are comfortable providing care both in person and via telehealth within an integrated setting serving patients with behavioral health needs Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and remain organized while managing a focused caseload Value autonomy and flexibility in setting a weekly schedule and choosing a work setting (in person or hybrid) while meeting client needs and productivity standards Are interested in contributing to a mission-driven organization focused on high-quality client care Appreciate comprehensive administrative support, including credentialing and business operations Seeking professional development opportunities and participation in consultation and supervision groups Are licensed or provisionally licensed and are interested in receiving clinical supervision while pursuing independent licensure Why Optum Behavioral Care At Optum Behavioral Care, we prioritize clinician well-being, career growth, and innovation in care delivery. We offer a comprehensive benefits and rewards package that may include: Competitive salary Flexible work models and paid time off Medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health benefits 401(k) with company match Family support and wellness resources Tuition reimbursement and dedicated learning time CE/CEU and licensure renewal reimbursement Career development opportunities within a growing organization What You'll Do Services/treatment/therapy may be provided in individual or group environments and may be provided virtually or in person Complete assessments or evaluations for mental health disorders and development, review, and implementation of comprehensive treatment plans Assist patients and their families to change behaviors and to locate and access interpersonal, family and community resources to manage their health and well-being Participate in our patient growth strategy by providing a profile for online directories and other marketing efforts 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.

Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field CSWA, Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, Professional Counselor Associate Clear, active and unrestricted license in the state of Oregon Preferred Qualifications: Experience with any of the following: couples or family counseling, children or adolescents, and/or health psychology Experience working with computers for professional