Child and Adolescent Therapist - LMSW/Supervisee in Social Work (SISW)

Blackbird Health•Gaithersburg, MD

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Blackbird Health is looking for a Child and Adolescent Therapist to join their team in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The role involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the highest quality of care and making a tangible difference in the lives of young patients and their families. The position is part-time, W-2 employment with full benefits, offering a hybrid model with flexible scheduling. Blackbird Health is clinician-founded and focuses on a whole-child approach, integrating brain, body, and behavior to address the root causes of challenges. They are growing into new markets and are passionate about helping children and families while supporting career growth.

Requirements

Licensed as an LMSW or Supervisee in Social Work (SISW) in Maryland.
One (1) year of experience providing individual, direct care therapy to children and adolescent patients.
One (1) year of experience working in a telehealth or virtual setting.
Flexibility to work during Blackbird's core after-school hours: after 4pm ET during the week and/or weekends.
Skilled in facilitating both in-person and virtual telehealth sessions with strong technical proficiency (Google Suite, EMR systems, virtual platforms).
Proactive problem-solver with strong clinical judgment and excellent communication and documentation abilities.
Dedicated to high-touch, comprehensive care, not just clinical sessions, but true partnership with families and caregivers.
Collaborative team player who values clinical consultation, feedback, and professional growth.

Nice To Haves

Experienced clinician with a passion for working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families using evidence-based practices.
Excited to make an impact and driven by patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

Provide individual evidence-based therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 2-26), building strong therapeutic relationships through consistent, high-quality care.
Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans based on ongoing assessment of patient progress.
Invest in patient relationships by establishing positive, trusting rapport with patients.
Participate in consultation to enhance clinical skills and receive feedback and support.
Collaborate with other specialty providers.
Maintain thorough, timely clinical documentation and patient records.
Involve and advise family members or outside specialists when appropriate.