Additional Information
About Blackbird Health
Blackbird Health is clinician-founded, owned, and operated by dedicated professionals. We believe that providing the best care for children starts with building the best possible team. We deliver virtual and in-person mental health services across Pennsylvania, Virginia, and New Jersey-and we're growing into new markets in 2026.
At Blackbird, we take a whole-child approach, looking at how the brain, body, and behavior interact to address the root causes of challenges, not just the symptoms. Every role matters here, and you'll join a collaborative, supportive, and innovative team that's shaping the future of pediatric mental health care. If you're passionate about helping children and families while growing your career, Blackbird is the place to make an impact.
Join us and help change mental health care for children for the better!
Position Summary
Blackbird Health is 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.
This role is ideal for clinicians seeking:
Supplemental summer income
Flexible remote work
Evening/weekend hours
The opportunity to transition into an ongoing 1099, part-time or full-time role with Blackbird Health
Fully remote opportunities are available, with optional hybrid/on-site opportunities for clinicians interested in in-person care.
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.
Collaborative
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.
Flexible & Patient-Centered
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.
Collaborate Across Teams
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
Weekends between 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM ET
Why Blackbird is Unique
Immediate referrals available
Flexible scheduling
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
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