Child and Adolescent Therapist - LCSW, LPC, LMFT - 1099/Contract

Blackbird Health•Gaithersburg, MD

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Blackbird Health is a clinician-founded mental health organization providing virtual and in-person services across Pennsylvania, Virginia, and New Jersey, with plans for expansion. They focus on a whole-child approach, addressing the interconnectedness of brain, body, and behavior. The company emphasizes a collaborative, supportive, and innovative team environment dedicated to improving pediatric mental health care.

Requirements

Independently licensed as a LPC, LMFT, LCSW, or PsyD/PhD in Maryland
A minimum of 1 year of experience working with children and adolescent patients
A minimum of 1 year of experience working in a telehealth or virtual setting
Own your own phone, computer, and high speed internet
Commit to a minimum of 8 hours per week during core hours, after 4pm Monday through Friday and 8am-7pm on Weekends
Commit to a hybrid role at our Gaithersburg, Maryland location

Nice To Haves

Mission-Driven: Passionate about transforming behavioral health for youth and committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate therapeutic care.
Clinically Excellent: Experienced clinician using evidence-based practices with a passion for working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families. Strives for the highest clinical and technical quality.
Relationship-Focused: Excels 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: Skilled in delivering effective psychotherapy across developmental stages and neurodiverse populations, tailoring approach to meet each patient where they are.
Collaborative: Thrives in team-based environments and loves engaging with other healthcare professionals and families to deliver integrated, comprehensive care.
Growth-Oriented: Open to feedback and eager to learn and grow in a supportive clinical community where best practices and professional development are prioritized.
Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using technology, including Google Suite, Electronic Medical Records systems and other virtual platforms to deliver seamless care.
Flexible & Patient-Centered: Willing to go the extra mile when working with families, with the flexibility and willingness to reschedule with patients when needed.

Responsibilities

Deliver High-Quality Therapy: Lead individual in person and telehealth therapy sessions for youth ages 2-26, using evidence-based practices tailored to each patient's developmental stage and unique needs.
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. Build connection and trust that keeps patients engaged in their care journey.
Drive Patient Progress: Monitor patient progress against care goals, adjusting treatment approaches as needed to ensure positive outcomes. Ensure patients are making meaningful progress in their therapeutic journey.
Collaborate for Integrated Care: Engage with other healthcare professionals and families to create coordinated treatment plans that address the whole child. Participate in optional weekly clinical consultations to enhance your clinical skills and receive feedback and support.
Maintain Clinical Excellence: Maintain thorough patient records and documentation. Strive for the highest clinical and technical quality in all aspects of your work.