Autism Evaluator - LCSW, LPC, LMFT - Contract/1099
About The Position
As an Autism Evaluator at Blackbird Health, you will play a central role in giving families clarity and long-term support by combining neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations (specifically autism spectrum assessments) with ongoing, evidence-based psychotherapy. Working alongside an interdisciplinary care team, you will help kids, adolescents, young adults and families gain diagnostic clarity and transition seamlessly into effective, whole-child care. This role offers flexible customization to align your direct care hours between testing and therapy based on clinician strengths, business needs, and patient demand.
Requirements
- Active, independent LCSW, LPC, LMFT license in Pennsylvania.
- Minimum 2+ years of experience delivering clinical care to children, adolescents, and families.
- Exceptional clinical writing and diagnostic documentation skills.
- Proven ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Nice To Haves
- Direct experience conducting autism spectrum or neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations.
- Familiarity or formal training in standardized diagnostic tools (ADOS-2, ASRS, CARS).
- Background in integrated or collaborative pediatric mental health settings.
- A schedule that includes weekday hours after 3 PM or weekends is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations, focusing on autism spectrum evaluations (ADOS-2, ASRS, CARS-2).
- Analyze, interpret, and synthesize assessment data into clear, clinically sound diagnostic conclusions.
- Provide clear, compassionate feedback to clients and families following evaluations, outlining recommendations and care pathways.
- Complete progress notes within 24 hours of service and oversee report-writing, feedback appointments, and schedule adjustments.
- Communicate evaluation findings directly to the broader interdisciplinary team and participate in weekly clinical consultations.
- Provide direct psychotherapy to a tailored caseload of pediatric and young adult clients.
- Perform biopsychosocial assessments for incoming therapy clients to establish individualized treatment plans.
- Partner with multidisciplinary providers to establish and maintain comprehensive, integrated treatment plans.
- Track patient progress continuously and complete accurate, timely clinical documentation.
Benefits
- Administrative & Credentialing Support
- Paid Consultation & Training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
