Lead Mental Health Therapist (part-time) at Abarca Health

San Mateo, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Part TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Mental Health ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling, or a related field
  • Current licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
  • Experience in providing mental health services to diverse populations, including those with severe mental illness
  • Strong clinical skills, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate complex information to patients and families
  • Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs) and practice management systems
  • Experience with evidence-based interventions and practice measurement-based care
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain relationships with patients, families, and healthcare providers
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex patient care issues

Responsibilities

  • Provide individual and group therapy to a panel of complex SMI patients
  • Supervise and mentor clinical teams, including pre-licensed therapists, licensed therapists, and dieticians
  • Work in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement treatment plans
  • Conduct assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning sessions with patients
  • Document patient information and treatment plans in EHRs
  • Communicate complex information to patients and families, and provide education on mental health conditions and treatment options
  • Develop and implement practice measurement-based care to improve patient outcomes
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research projects to advance the field of mental health care
  • Collaborate with healthcare providers and community partners to provide comprehensive care to patients
  • Participate in peer support groups and professional development activities to stay current on best practices and research in mental health care

Skills

Mental Health Therapy
Patient Care
Integrated Care
Clinical Skills

Abarca Health

Pharmacy Benefit Management services provider

About Abarca Health

Abarca Health provides Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) services, focusing on flexible and user-friendly solutions for health plans, employers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Its main product, the Darwin platform, allows clients to quickly implement and modify benefit designs while ensuring compliance with regulations. Abarca Health manages over $5.3 billion in drug spend and processes 100 million prescription claims annually, offering additional services like home delivery for prescriptions. The company's goal is to deliver exceptional service and innovative solutions in the PBM market.

Aventura, FloridaHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

PTO
Parental leave
Work flexibility
Health insurance
Wellness stipend
401k
Tuition reimbursement
Leadership development programs

Risks

Increased competition from Amazon Pharmacy and Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drug Company.
Growing focus on specialty drugs may require platform adaptation.
Shift towards price transparency could pressure Abarca's pricing models.

Differentiation

Abarca Health's Darwin platform is highly adaptable and user-friendly.
The company offers innovative programs like Triple S en Casa for home delivery.
Abarca Health ensures compliance with ever-changing healthcare regulations.

Upsides

Abarca transitioned two million members to Darwin in 18 months, showing operational efficiency.
Collaboration with Blue Shield of California boosts Abarca's reputation in the PBM sector.
Recognition as a top IT workplace attracts top talent, driving innovation.

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