Child and Adolescent Therapist

Child and Adolescent Therapist - Contract - Hybrid Mount Laurel, NJAt Blackbird, we envision a world where every child receives the care and support they need to thriveemotionally, socially, and developmentally. That's why we're transforming how pediatric mental health is assessed and treated, so we can make world-class care available in local communities.Our whole-child diagnostic approach reveals the full story behind each child's challenges, allowing us to address both the symptoms and their underlying causes. This leads to precise treatment sequenced in the right way to achieve meaningful outcomes that last.Currently, we provide virtual and in-person mental health services, including comprehensive evaluations, medication-management and therapy, across Pennsylvania and Virginia with plans to expand to new markets in 2025.Position SummaryBlackbird Clinical Services is looking to hire an Independently Licensed Mental Health Therapist, Contract to join our growing team. This hybrid role will work with our Behavioral Health team to deliver high quality direct care to patients and their families. Our ideal candidate has experience and a passion for working with children, adolescents and young adults. This role supports our patients' needs for afterschool, evening and weekend direct care, virtual, telehealth therapy sessions.What Makes You, You:Experienced clinician using evidence-based practicesPassionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults and their familiesSkilled and experienced in facilitating virtual telehealth direct careComfortable using technology, including Google Suite, Electronic Medical Records systems and other virtual platformsExcited to make an impact and driven by patient outcomesPossess outstanding communication and documentation skillsWilling to go the extra mile when working with families, with the flexibility and willingness to reschedule with patients, if neededHow You'll Make an Impact:Lead individual telehealth therapy sessions to youth ages 2-26Participate in consultation to enhance clinical skills and receive feedback and supportCollaborate and engage with other healthcare professionals and familiesMaintain thorough patient records and documentationCommit to a minimum of 5 hours per week during core hours, after 4pm Monday through Friday and 8am-7pm WeekendsThe Basics You'll Need:Independently licensed as a LPC, LMFT, LCSW, PsyD in New JerseyPossess (1) one year of experience working with children and adolescent patientsHave (1) one year of experience working in a telehealth or virtual settingOwn your own phone, computer, and high speed internetCommit to a minimum of 5 hour commitment during core hours, after 4pm Monday through Friday and 8am-7pm WeekendsCommit to a minimum of 1 day per week at our Mount Laurel, NJ clinic locationWhy Blackbird is Unique:Immediate referrals available; guaranteed caseload and patient facing hoursFlexible schedule - set your own hoursFull credentialing services provided - we will take care of everythingClinical development and trainingsExcellent administrative support - focus on the clinical work and we will take care of the restWeekly clinical consultations: this is paid time for all providersSupportive work cultureProfessional Liability InsuranceSalary Range $85 - $95 USDJoin us We envision a world where every young person is fully understood and receives support building the tools they need to thrive. Join our team, make an impact, a real difference for patients, parents and caregivers.It's so rare to find comprehensive care like this---from testing to therapy to med management (and more)--all in one place. In addition, the school advocacy support we receive is unprecedented. We no longer feel like we are managing things alone.Fostering an inclusive environment: Blackbird is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and belonging. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for our team, 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.