Child and Adolescent Therapist - Diagnostic Evaluator

Blackbird Health•Pittsburgh, PA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Blackbird Health is a clinician-founded, owned, and operated organization dedicated to providing excellent mental health services to children and families. We offer virtual and in-person services across Pennsylvania, Virginia, and New Jersey, with plans for expansion. Our approach focuses on the whole child, addressing the interconnectedness of the brain, body, and behavior to treat the root causes of challenges. We foster a collaborative, supportive, and innovative environment for our team members, aiming to improve pediatric mental health care. The Diagnostic Clinician role is a hybrid position for experienced clinicians, combining neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations with ongoing psychotherapy. This role offers flexibility in balancing diagnostic and therapy hours based on business needs, clinician strengths, and patient demand, supporting our Media, PA and Fort Washington, PA clinic locations. Diagnostic Clinicians work closely with interdisciplinary care teams to deliver high-quality, whole-child care through comprehensive assessments, clinical formulation, and evidence-based treatment.

Requirements

Independently licensed clinician in Pennsylvania (e.g., PhD, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent).
Experience working with children, adolescents, and families.
Strong clinical writing and documentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care model.
Comfort managing complex schedules and balancing multiple clinical responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience conducting neurodevelopmental or autism diagnostic evaluations.
Familiarity with standardized diagnostic tools (ADOS‑2, ASRS, CARS, or similar).
Experience working in integrated or team‑based care environments.

Responsibilities

Conduct neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations, including autism spectrum evaluations (e.g., ADOS‑2, ASRS, CARS).
Analyze, interpret, and synthesize assessment data into clear, clinically sound diagnostic conclusions.
Complete progress notes for evaluations within 24 hours of services.
Provide clear, compassionate feedback to clients and families following evaluations.
Communicate evaluation findings, recommendations, and next steps to the broader care team.
Participate in weekly department and team meetings, offering consultation and clinical input as needed.
Manage all aspects of the diagnostic schedule, including assessments, feedback appointments, report‑writing time, and rescheduling as necessary.
Report weekly diagnostic productivity in accordance with departmental expectations.
Participate in training and supervision to expand diagnostic skill set.
Provide evidence‑based psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, and young adults.
Conduct biopsychosocial and diagnostic assessments for new therapy clients.
Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans based on patient progress and clinical judgment.
Build and maintain strong, trusting therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary providers (e.g., Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Executive Function Coaches, Speech Therapists) to create and maintain integrated treatment plans.
Conduct ongoing assessment of patient progress and maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation.
Involve and advise family members, caregivers, and outside providers as clinically appropriate.
Meet minimum weekly clinical service expectations following onboarding and role acclimation.