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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 ...

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How much do behavioral clinician jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for behavioral clinician in the United States is $74,810.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,000.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a behavioral clinician?

A Behavioral Clinician is a mental health professional who assesses, diagnoses, and treats individuals experiencing behavioral or emotional challenges. They use evidence-based therapeutic methods, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, to help clients manage symptoms and improve their quality of life. Behavioral Clinicians may work with children, adolescents, or adults in various settings, including clinics, schools, hospitals, or community organizations. Their goal is to support clients in developing healthier behaviors, coping strategies, and emotional regulation skills.

How to become a behavioral clinician?

To become a behavioral clinician, typically one needs a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or a related field, followed by a master's degree in behavior analysis, psychology, or a similar discipline. Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or similar credential is often required, along with supervised experience and state licensure where applicable.

What are some common challenges behavioral clinicians face when working with clients, and how can these be managed effectively?

Behavioral Clinicians often encounter challenges such as client resistance to treatment, managing complex cases involving co-occurring disorders, and maintaining clear boundaries while building therapeutic rapport. Effectively managing these challenges involves ongoing professional development, regular supervision or peer consultation, and employing evidence-based interventions tailored to individual client needs. Strong communication skills and self-care practices are also essential to prevent burnout and ensure high-quality care.

What do behavioral clinicians do?

Behavioral clinicians assess and treat individuals with behavioral, emotional, or mental health issues, often using evidence-based therapies such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). They develop and implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and collaborate with families or other professionals, typically requiring strong communication skills and relevant certifications. Their work environment may include clinics, schools, or homes, and they often work with clients across different age groups.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a behavioral clinician?

To thrive as a Behavioral Clinician, you need a background in psychology or social work, a relevant master's degree, and appropriate licensure (such as LCSW, LMFT, or LPC). Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, evidence-based therapy modalities, and assessment tools is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and cultural competence allow clinicians to build trust and facilitate therapeutic progress with diverse clients. These competencies ensure effective treatment planning, ethical practice, and positive client outcomes in mental health settings.
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Infographic showing various Behavioral Clinician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,810 per year, or $36 per hour.

Licensed Behavioral Clinician | , Michigan

UnitedHealthcare At Home

Portage, MI • On-site

$69K - $103K/yr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Licensed Clinical Therapist

Child and Family Psychology, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Clinical Therapist to join our team in Portage, MI. 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.

Child and Family Psychological Services offers a welcome, close-knit practice environment where clinicians can build meaningful connections with both colleagues and clients. Providers have the opportunity to develop educational groups and help shape services that meet the needs of the community. The team also values collaboration through regular staff meetings and case consultations, creating a supportive setting for professional growth and clinical excellence.

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

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, play therapy, and parent-child interaction
  • 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

Required qualifications:

  • Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field
  • Clear, active and unrestricted license ([LMSW, LPC, LMFT]) in the state of MI
  • Experience working with children and adolescents (ages 10 and under)

Preferred qualifications:

  • 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

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.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. 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.