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Trenton, MI | Hybrid WFH
Monday-Friday | No weekends or holidays
Fulltime or Part-time
INTRODUCTION
Optum Behavioral Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician to join our team in Trenton, MI. Optum is a clinician-led care organization dedicated to transforming the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you will play an integral role in advancing our mission to make healthcare better for everyone.
This position is embedded directly within Watch Us Grow pediatric care, offering a unique opportunity to deliver behavioral health care at the point where patients most often seek treatment. The Behavioral Health Clinician functions as a core member of a multidisciplinary care team and practices within the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM)—an innovative, evidence-based framework that emphasizes close collaboration among therapists, primary care providers, and psychiatric consultants.
In this role, you will provide direct, evidence-based behavioral health treatment to pediatric patients integrating brief psychotherapy, collaborative care planning, and ongoing symptom monitoring to improve outcomes through accessible, coordinated, and measurement-based care.
You will be supported by Optum Behavioral Care's clinical and operational teams as you work at the intersection of mental and physical health, helping patients achieve better outcomes through integrated, whole-person care.
This role is ideal for clinicians who:
- Enjoy being embedded in respected primary care or medical practice and working as part of a collaborative, team-based care model
- Are comfortable providing care 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 brief, evidence-based interventions and tracking measurable patient outcomes while delivering high-quality care
- Appreciate structured schedules and flexibility, whole-person care, and the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization
- 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 generous 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 across a fast-growing organization
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide brief, evidence-based behavioral health interventions using in-person and virtual modalities
- Screen, assess, and diagnose common mental health and substance use disorders
- Collaborate closely with primary care providers, psychiatric consultants, and care team members
- Track patient progress using measurement-based care and adjust treatment as needed
- Support psychotropic medication management by monitoring adherence, side effects, and treatment response
- Participate in regular psychiatric case consultations and communicate recommendations to providers
- Develop relapse-prevention and self-management plans for patients ready for discharge from active care
- Maintain accurate documentation and follow collaborative care workflows
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Active, unrestricted behavioral health license in Michigan (LMSW-C, LMFT or LPC)
- 1+ years of experience providing behavioral health treatment to the pediatric population
- Experience assessing and treating common mental health conditions
- Comfort delivering brief, evidence-based interventions
- Interest in working in a multidisciplinary, team-based care model
- Comfort working with diverse pediatric patient populations across mental health and medical conditions
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.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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.
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Trenton, MI | Hybrid WFH
Monday-Friday | No weekends or holidays
Fulltime or Part-time
INTRODUCTION
Optum Behavioral Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician to join our team in Trenton, MI. Optum is a clinician-led care organization dedicated to transforming the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you will play an integral role in advancing our mission to make healthcare better for everyone.
This position is embedded directly within Watch Us Grow pediatric care, offering a unique opportunity to deliver behavioral health care at the point where patients most often seek treatment. The Behavioral Health Clinician functions as a core member of a multidisciplinary care team and practices within the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM)—an innovative, evidence-based framework that emphasizes close collaboration among therapists, primary care providers, and psychiatric consultants.
In this role, you will provide direct, evidence-based behavioral health treatment to pediatric patients integrating brief psychotherapy, collaborative care planning, and ongoing symptom monitoring to improve outcomes through accessible, coordinated, and measurement-based care.
You will be supported by Optum Behavioral Care's clinical and operational teams as you work at the intersection of mental and physical health, helping patients achieve better outcomes through integrated, whole-person care.
This role is ideal for clinicians who:
- Enjoy being embedded in respected primary care or medical practice and working as part of a collaborative, team-based care model
- Are comfortable providing care 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 brief, evidence-based interventions and tracking measurable patient outcomes while delivering high-quality care
- Appreciate structured schedules and flexibility, whole-person care, and the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization
- 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 generous 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 across a fast-growing organization
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide brief, evidence-based behavioral health interventions using in-person and virtual modalities
- Screen, assess, and diagnose common mental health and substance use disorders
- Collaborate closely with primary care providers, psychiatric consultants, and care team members
- Track patient progress using measurement-based care and adjust treatment as needed
- Support psychotropic medication management by monitoring adherence, side effects, and treatment response
- Participate in regular psychiatric case consultations and communicate recommendations to providers
- Develop relapse-prevention and self-management plans for patients ready for discharge from active care
- Maintain accurate documentation and follow collaborative care workflows
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Active, unrestricted behavioral health license in Michigan (LMSW-C, LMFT or LPC)
- 1+ years of experience providing behavioral health treatment to the pediatric population
- Experience assessing and treating common mental health conditions
- Comfort delivering brief, evidence-based interventions
- Interest in working in a multidisciplinary, team-based care model
- Comfort working with diverse pediatric patient populations across mental health and medical conditions
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.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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.
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Behavioral Health Clinician
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Labor Condition Application filings under SOC code 21-1018 for Behavioral Health Counselors. This tells you which employers have actively sponsored clinicians in your target city, not just which ones post open roles.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for verified H-1B sponsors
Search Behavioral Health Clinician roles on Migrate Mate to see employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history in this occupation. You'll skip the guesswork of cold-applying to organizations that rarely or never sponsor.
Clarify supervision requirements before the offer
Many states require post-degree supervised clinical hours before full licensure. If you're still in a supervised practice period when the offer comes, confirm the employer will maintain your H-1B status through the supervised phase, not just after licensure.
Request premium processing on the I-129 early
Behavioral health roles often have hard start dates tied to caseload or grant funding cycles. Ask your employer to file with premium processing so USCIS adjudicates the I-129 within 15 business days, protecting your agreed start date.
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Does a Behavioral Health Clinician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS recognizes Behavioral Health Clinician positions as specialty occupations when the employer requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as social work, counseling, clinical psychology, or marriage and family therapy. The O*NET profile for this occupation confirms the typical education requirement. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree without a field requirement can face RFEs, so verify the job description specifies a relevant discipline before applying.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Behavioral Health Clinicians?
Federally Qualified Health Centers, nonprofit community mental health organizations, hospital-based behavioral health departments, and integrated primary care networks are the most frequent H-1B sponsors for this role. These employers often rely on federal or state grant funding, which provides budget predictability for multi-year sponsorship. You can browse clinician roles at verified sponsors on Migrate Mate, filtered by employers with active LCA filing history in behavioral health occupations.
How does state clinical licensure affect my H-1B petition as a Behavioral Health Clinician?
Your H-1B is location-specific, and practicing clinical work without the appropriate state license can jeopardize both your petition and your employment. If your employer files an amended H-1B to add a new work location in a different state, you'll need a valid license in that state before you begin work there. Some states offer temporary or provisional licenses for candidates completing supervised hours, but USCIS will scrutinize whether your credentials meet the specialty occupation standard for the state in question.
Can a nonprofit behavioral health organization sponsor an H-1B?
Yes, and nonprofits affiliated with a university or government research institution may qualify as cap-exempt employers, which means they can file an H-1B petition year-round without competing in the annual lottery. Community mental health centers and Federally Qualified Health Centers sometimes qualify under this exemption. Confirm the employer's cap-exempt status with USCIS before the offer stage, since it significantly affects your timeline and removes lottery risk entirely.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm still completing supervised clinical hours toward full licensure?
USCIS can approve an H-1B for a role that requires supervised practice as part of a defined licensure pathway, provided the employer confirms the position still meets specialty occupation standards during that phase. The employer must maintain your H-1B status continuously through the supervised period. Clarify this commitment in writing before signing an offer, since some organizations inadvertently structure offers assuming full licensure at start date, which can create compliance gaps.
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