Behavioral Coach - Part Time - Remote

Company:  UnitedHealth Group
Location: Minneapolis
Closing Date: 06/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

AbleTo, part of the Optum family of businesses is seeking a Behavioral Coach to join our team. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.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.You’re a compassionate coach who shares in our ambitious mission to transform behavioral health care. You want to make a difference and spend more time with patients than with paperwork. You appreciate a collaborative environment with a support system of therapists and clinical supervisors. You want to help participants focus on actionable skills and build healthy, life-long habits through structured, evidence-based protocols.AbleTo is looking for candidates to serve as Behavioral Coaches for participants enrolled in our Coaching programs. Behavioral Coaches will present participants with new tools to make concrete lifestyle changes. This position is part-time, remote via video-chat or phone.Why You Should Join Our Team:Competitive Benefits:Create your own schedule – Flexible hours (10+ hrs/wk) including evenings and weekends from your home officeParticipant pipeline – our intuitive technology schedules participants for youClinical training developed and conducted by a team of expert trainersCompetitive compensation, including payment for case consultations with senior cliniciansReduced administrative tasks & hassle-free billing – on-time payment for services providedAbility to work on a collaborative team; working closely with seasoned, licensed clinicians, supervisors, and fellow coachesAbility to reach diverse patients across the country and make a big impact in lives nationwideStructured programs that enable you to provide high-quality coaching and witness outstanding results in a short period of timeHigh-quality coaching and witness outstanding results in a short period of timePosition Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:Deliver coaching remotely, typically over the course of an 8-week program, via video conference and/or phoneSupport the mental and physical health care of an assigned participant through our secure digital health platformsReceive regular support from AbleTo Clinical SupervisorsDepending on the participant's AbleTo program, work either 1:1 with a participant, or collaboratively within a clinical treatment teamYou’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:NBHWC or ICF certification3+ years of experience coaching or counseling adults within a mental health capacityAvailable 10 - 19 hours a week, including evenings and weekendsPrivate, dependable access to the internetPreferred Qualifications:Master’s degree in behavioral health related fieldSpanish-speaking bilingual skillsSoft Skills:Must be knowledgeable of or have some understanding of cognitive behavioral approaches, short-term therapy approaches, anxiety, and depressionMust have a range of experience addressing behavioral health, medical, and life transition challenges with adults; including risk managementSolid time management skills and attention to detailPositive and enthusiastic attitudeAbility to manage workload in an independent settingExperience with team collaboration and coordination of care with external resourcesCalifornia, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $19.47 to $38.08 per hour. 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.Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants._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.

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