Optum · 3 hours ago
On-site Dedicated Workplace Consultant or EAP Counselor (Per Diem)
Portland, OR
Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$28.94/hr - $51.63/hr
3+ years expOptum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The Onsite Dedicated Workplace Consultant/EAP Counselor is responsible for providing onsite and virtual services, including assessments, consultations, training, and crisis management, to dedicated customers in the organization's book of business.
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Responsibilities
Conduct solution focused on consultations: helping clients define goals, plan action and gain insight
Assess and refer to appropriate programs and services including but not limited to: Worklife, behavioral health, substance abuse/chemical dependency and community-based resources
Assist with referrals for members needing ongoing/additional services
Provide limited follow-up care monitoring (following up with employees and/or providers to ensure the safety of employees, continuation of treatment, etc.)
Provide manager consultation services on a variety of work-related issues such as performance management, trauma impacting the workplace, organizational change, individual employee crisis intervention, coaching, and Work-life issues
Provide crisis intervention and management support in response to Critical Incidents/Disruptive Events
Conduct on-site or virtual training or educational support group services for managers and employees (e.g. wellness seminars, Health fairs, Lunch & Learns)
Participate in monthly 1 on 1's, team meetings, and other customer meetings as required
Utilize UHG computer to accurately and thoroughly document member contact/case documentation accessing appropriate clinical case management system (s) within departmental time frame
Follow internal ethical and regulatory privacy policies such as HIPAA, maintain confidentiality and private health information of members. Follow state and federal licensing practices
Other projects assigned by manager
Qualification
Required
Masters / Doctoral degree in a recognized behavioral health discipline
Current, unrestricted license at the independent practice level for the state of Oregon
3+ years of experience conducting individual sessions as a fully licensed behavioral health clinician
Computer hardware and software proficiency required with proficiency with all MS Office applications
Proven solid written and verbal communication skills
Proven solid organizational skills with the ability to manage stressful situations and multiple competing priorities
Reside in the state of Oregon
Preferred
CEAP or CEAP qualified
Training in EAP, workplace, and organizational dynamics
EAP experience with emphasis on behavioral health, wellbeing, chemical dependency, and workplace issues
Experience conducting presentations and webinars
Understanding or experience in short term solution focused interventions
Proven solid interpersonal skills required and the ability to work effectively among different levels of management and personnel
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution
Company
Optum
Optum is a healthcare company that provides pharmacy services, health care operations, and population health management. It is a sub-organization of UnitedHealth Group.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Daniel Castillo
Chief Executive Officer, Optum Care Delivery
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Jay Green
Chief Financial Officer
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