Licensed Therapist LCSW LPC MHSP Knoxville

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Optum seeks a Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician in Knoxville to assess and treat mental health and substance abuse disorders.

External source - not verified3 weeks agoOpen until: Nov 7, 2026

Salary

Not provided

Location

Knoxville, United States

Employment type

Full time

Workplace

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Licensed Therapist LCSW LPC MHSP Knoxville

Knoxville, United States

Job description

About the role

Bearden Behavioral Health of Tennessee, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician to join the team in Knoxville, Tennessee. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions reflecting the needs of a diverse patient population. Organizational support allows providers to focus on providing care.

Responsibilities

  • Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders.
  • Provide treatment using cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and other evidence-based methods.
  • Track treatment response and monitor changes in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications.
  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Participate in the patient growth strategy by providing a profile for online directories and other marketing efforts.

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly pay and uncapped productivity incentives.
  • Flexible work models and paid time off.
  • Health insurance, 401k matching, and other family support and wellness resources.
  • Continuing education reimbursement and dedicated learning time.

Key facts

  • The role is with Bearden Behavioral Health of Tennessee, part of the Optum family of businesses.
  • The clinician treats mental health conditions and assesses common mental health and substance abuse disorders.
  • Treatment approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and other evidence-based methods.
  • Benefits include flexible work models, paid time off, health insurance, 401k matching, and continuing education reimbursement.

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Frequently asked questions

  • What does the Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician do?

    The clinician screens and assesses patients, provides treatment for mental health conditions, and monitors treatment response and symptoms.

  • What treatment approaches are used?

    Approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and other evidence-based methods.

  • What benefits are offered?

    Benefits include flexible work models, paid time off, health insurance, 401k matching, family support and wellness resources, and continuing education reimbursement.

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