Child and Adolescent Therapist LCSW, LPC, LMFT Hybrid at Blackbird Health

About BlackbirdWe envision a world where every young person is fully understood and receives the unique support they need to spread their wings and fly.Blackbird Health provides evaluations and treatment for children teens and young adults struggling with developmental differences mental health concerns or behavioral challenges. Blackbird serves families in-person and virtually across Pennsylvania Virginia and New Jersey with plans to expand to new states in 2026.Our approach looks at the whole child - how their brain body and behavior interact - to fully understand their challenges and treat the cause not just the symptoms.Position SummaryAs a Child and Adolescent Therapist at Blackbird Health youll play an essential role in delivering high-quality therapy to children adolescents and young adults. Youll build meaningful connections with patients to support their engagement in treatment spending the necessary time with patients and families to understand their needs educate them about therapeutic approaches and provide ongoing support. Youll ensure patients are making progress against their care goals while delivering effective psychotherapy practice across developmental and neurodiverse populations. Working alongside an interdisciplinary team youll be empowered to make a tangible difference in the lives of young patients and their families.What makes you you:Mission-Driven: You are passionate about transforming behavioral health for youth and committed to delivering high-quality compassionate therapeutic care.Clinically Excellent: You have experience providing direct psychotherapy services to children and/or adolescents and strive for the highest clinical and technical quality in everything you do.Relationship-Focused: You excel at building meaningful connections with patients and families taking the time to understand their needs provide education and create a trusting therapeutic relationship that supports engagement in treatment.Developmentally & Neurodiverse-Informed: You are skilled in delivering effective psychotherapy across developmental stages and neurodiverse populations tailoring your approach to meet each patient where they are.Collaborative: You thrive in team-based environments and love working alongside other healthcare professionals to deliver integrated comprehensive care. You appreciate the value of operating in a collaborative and cooperative environment.Growth-Oriented: You are open to professional and clinical feedback and eager to learn and grow in a supportive clinical community where best practices and professional development are prioritized.Proactive & Resourceful: You show initiative demonstrate good judgment and bring resourcefulness to your clinical work.How youll make an impact:Deliver High-Quality Therapy: Provide evidence-based psychotherapy services by meeting with patients regularly to provide counseling and individualized treatment. Conduct biopsychosocial/diagnostic assessments for new clients.Build Meaningful Therapeutic Relationships: Spend the necessary time with patients and families to truly understand their experiences educate them about therapeutic approaches and provide ongoing support. Establish positive trusting rapport that keeps patients engaged in their care journey.Drive Patient Progress: Monitor patient progress against care goals adjusting treatment plans as necessary to ensure positive outcomes. Conduct ongoing assessments and ensure patients are making meaningful progress in their therapeutic journey.Collaborate for Integrated Care: Work closely with other specialty providers (PMHNPs OT SLP) to establish Integrated Treatment Plans that address the whole child. Involve and advise family members or outside specialists when appropriate.Maintain Clinical Excellence: Maintain thorough records of patient meetings and progress. Strive for the highest clinical and technical quality in all aspects of your work. Comply with minimum clinical time expectations per week after onboarding and acclimation to the role.The basics youll need:Flexibility to work a minimum of 15 hours per week during our peak after school hours defined as after 4pm ET during the week or any time on weekendsActive licensure in Virginia as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PsyD/PhD).This hybrid role works on site either Mon Weds Fri or Tues Thurs Sat (the remaining days can be done remotely)Why Blackbird is unique:Hybrid work modelProfessional liability insurance coveredExcellent administrative support is providedExplore your career advancement potential by receiving opportunities to grow with tenureSupportive work cultureBlackbird Health is made up of intelligent humble compassionate and hardworking people. Joining the ranks means youll have an automatic network to turn to for best practices professional development and opportunities to share your expertise.Benefits:Medical Dental & Vision coverage401K (with a company match)Employer-paid life insurance coverageGenerous paid time offOpportunities for career growthDiverse and experienced leadership team with a supportive work cultureSalary Range$85000 - $90000 USDJoin us!To raise the standard of pediatric mental health care through accurate understanding and precise treatment that reflect how each childs brain body and behavior work together.Its so rare to find comprehensive care like this---from testing to therapy to med management (and more)--all in one addition the school advocacy support we receive is unprecedented. We no longer feel like we are managing things alone.Fostering an inclusive environment:Blackbird is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and belonging. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of recruiting for our team we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education opinions culture ethnicity race sex gender identity and expression nation of origin age languages spoken veteran status color religion disability sexual orientation and beliefs. Blackbird provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process please contact us at so we can support you.Our patient support team is busy helping children and families please do not call or email them about your application this helps us process your application more efficiently. Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Time Management,Acute Care,HTTPS,Speech Therapy,Assistive Technologies,Autism Experience,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Interpretation,Patient Service Experience,Phone Etiquette Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 85000 - 90000