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Licensed Clinical Therapist - Eugene, OR (Hybrid or Remote)

Counselor 8.3 Work-LifeFull-Time

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$69.1K - $103.8K

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Job Description

Eugene, Oregon | Part of Optum

This Position Offers Hybrid or Remote Flexibility

Eugene Therapy, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Clinical Therapist to join our team in Eugene, OR. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you will be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

Since 2010, Eugene Therapy has provided individual, couples and family counseling for children, teens and adults. Our clinicians are focused on meeting the mental health needs of our neighbors in Eugene, Springfield and surrounding community.

As a Licensed Clinical Therapist, you will provide evidence-based treatment for a broad range of mental health conditions, reflecting the needs of a diverse patient population. We offer flexible solutions designed to support both clinicians and the communities they serve. Our organization provides the infrastructure and support that enables therapists to focus on delivering quality patient care.

This Role Is Ideal For Clinicians Who

Are comfortable providing care both 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 autonomy and flexibility in setting a weekly schedule and choosing a work setting (in person, hybrid, or telecommute) while meeting client needs and productivity standards
  • Are interested in contributing to a mission-driven organization focused on high-quality client care
  • Appreciate comprehensive administrative support, including credentialing and business operations
  • Seeking professional development opportunities and participation in consultation and supervision groups
  • Can effectively deliver evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions to outpatient clients (individuals, couples, and families) with varying levels of readiness for change

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 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 within a growing organization
  • What You’ll Do
  • Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance use disorders
  • Provide treatment using evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and other modalities
  • Track treatment response and monitor patients for changes in symptoms or complications

Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements

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
  • Active, unrestricted license (LCSW, LMFT, or LPC) in the state of Oregon

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2+ years of professional experience post-master’s degree providing behavioral health services
  • Experience providing psychotherapy services to individuals and families
  • Experience using computers for professional communication and medical documentation (e. g., Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS or other EHRs)

Ability to Work Both Independently and Collaboratively

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 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.

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.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist will screen and assess patients for mental health and substance use disorders while providing evidence-based treatment to individuals, couples, and families. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate electronic medical records in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a related counseling field and an active, unrestricted license (LCSW, LMFT, or LPC) in Oregon. Preferred qualifications include 2+ years of post-master's professional experience and proficiency with EHR systems.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Clinical AssessmentElectronic Medical Records (EMR)Case ManagementCrisis InterventionPatient Documentation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Clinical Therapist - Eugene, OR (Hybrid or Remote) at UnitedHealth Group a 8.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 10% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,964 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Counselor Career Context

UnitedHealth Group holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 76/100, 1,189 active listings.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 28% have no call, 70% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Oregon 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. 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks

Flexible work models
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