Summer Therapist - Contract/1099 Remote/Hybrid Optional

Summer Therapist – Contract/1099 (Remote/Hybrid Optional) About Blackbird Health Blackbird Health is clinician‑founded, owned, and operated by dedicated professionals. We deliver virtual and in‑person mental health services across Pennsylvania, Virginia, and New Jersey, and we’re growing into new markets in 2026. Every role matters and you’ll join a collaborative, supportive, and innovative team that’s shaping the future of pediatric mental health care. Position Summary We are seeking independently licensed therapists to support our patients over the summer. This flexible seasonal opportunity is designed to support increased summer patient demand, with a focus on after‑school, evening, and weekend virtual therapy availability. As a Summer Therapist you will provide evidence‑based telehealth therapy services to children, adolescents, and young adults while working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary pediatric behavioral health team. 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 are an experienced clinician using evidence‑based practices with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. Relationship‑Focused You excel at building meaningful therapeutic relationships and creating safe, engaging environments for patients and caregivers. Developmentally & Neurodiverse‑Informed You are skilled in supporting patients across developmental stages and neurodiverse presentations. You thrive in team‑based environments and value interdisciplinary partnership and consultation. Tech‑Savvy You are comfortable using telehealth technology, EMR systems, Google Suite, and virtual communication platforms. You are willing to support patients during core evening and weekend hours when families need care most. How You’ll Make an Impact Deliver High‑Quality Therapy Provide individual telehealth therapy sessions for youth ages 2–26 using evidence‑based therapeutic approaches tailored to patient needs. Support Family Engagement Partner with families and caregivers to improve understanding, treatment engagement, and patient progress. Drive Clinical Outcomes Monitor patient progress toward goals and adjust treatment planning as clinically appropriate. Work closely with psychiatrists, therapists, intake providers, and administrative teams to support coordinated patient care. Maintain Clinical Excellence Complete timely documentation and maintain high‑quality clinical records and patient communication. The Basics You’ll Need Independently licensed as one of the following: LPC, LCSW, LMFT, PsyD/PhD, LSW, LMSW. Active unrestricted license in at least one U.S. state. Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children and adolescent populations. Minimum of 1 year of telehealth or virtual care experience preferred. Reliable phone, computer, and high‑speed internet connection. Availability for a minimum of 8 hours weekly during core hours: Monday–Friday after 3:00 PM ET. Why Blackbird Is Unique Immediate referrals available. Fully remote opportunities. Optional hybrid/in‑person opportunities in select markets. Weekly paid clinical consultations. Full credentialing support provided. Administrative support so you can focus on clinical care. Professional liability insurance coverage. No‑show and late cancellation reimbursement. Collaborative and supportive clinical culture. Compensation $70–$100/hour depending on licensure, experience, and market. Potential for Ongoing Employment Providers participating in the Summer Core Hours Program may be considered for ongoing part‑time or full‑time opportunities with Blackbird Health following the summer program based on performance, scheduling availability, and organizational needs. Equal Employment Opportunity Blackbird is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and belonging. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io so we can support you. #J-18808-Ljbffr