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UnitedHealth Group
Sarasota, Florida

Licensed Therapist - LMHC, LCSW, LMFT

CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

$69k-$104k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 2h ago · Verified live

Job description

Comprehensive MedPsych Systems, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Clinical Therapist to join our team in Sarasota, FL. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
As a Licensed Clinical Therapist, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. We offer a variety of solutions that meet the unique needs of our workforce and the patients they serve. From clinical operations such as credentialing to business operations such as contracting, we provide organizational support that allows our providers to focus on what matters - providing care.
We are committed to your well-being and growth, offering a comprehensive package of perks and benefits with varying eligibility based on role, including:
Competitive hourly pay & uncapped productivity incentives
Flexible work models & paid time off when you need it
Health and well-being benefits like health insurance, 401k matching, and other family support and wellness resources
Professional development with continuing education (CE) reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career
This position follows an Office-Based in Sarasota, FL, X days per week.
Primary Responsibilities:
Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders
Provide treatment for mental health conditions using various approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and other evidence-based methods
Systematically track treatment response and monitor patients for changes in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications
Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
Participate in our patient growth strategy by providing a profile for online directories and other marketing efforts
Occasional community outreach to educate local PCP offices, neurology clinics, schools, and pain clinics about available services
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.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field Clear, active and unrestricted license (LCSW, LMFT, or LMHC) in the state of practice 2+ years of professional experience post master’s degree providing behavioral health services Experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals and families Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs) Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness Proven ability to participate in occasional community outreach to educate local PCP offices, neurology clinics, schools, and pain clinics about available services 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. *All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy Pay Range: $69,100 - $103,800 annual total cash target pay Annual total cash compensation for this role assumes full time employment and generally follows the range above, includes earnings from hourly pay (25/hr) and incentive pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, 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 us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. 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. UnitedHealth Group 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. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist will screen, assess, and provide evidence-based treatment for patients with mental health and substance abuse conditions. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate clinical documentation and participating in community outreach to educate local providers.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related field and possess an active, unrestricted license (LCSW, LMFT, or LMHC). A minimum of two years of post-master's professional experience in behavioral health services is required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Mental health assessmentSubstance abuse screeningPatient careTreatment planningRegulatory complianceInterdisciplinary collaboration

Social Work — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 68% are remote, 30% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

In Florida, the Social Work weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$78k (28 salary observations; 61 listings), vs ~$84k nationally (1,310 salary observations; 2,241 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$86k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $84k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

UnitedHealth Group holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 77/100, 1,088 active listings.

Social Work pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$86k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Benefits & Perks

Competitive hourly pay & uncapped productivity incentives
Flexible work models & paid time off
Health insurance
401k matching
CE reimbursement
Dedicated learning time