Summer Therapist - Contract/1099 Remote/Hybrid Optional at Blackbird Health

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About Blackbird Health</strong></p> <p></p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Join us and help change mental health care for children for the better!</p></div><h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Position Summary</span></h2> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Blackbird Health is seeking independently licensed therapists to support our patients during the summer months. This flexible seasonal opportunity is designed to meet increased patient demand, with a focus on after-school, evening, and weekend virtual therapy availability.</span></p> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">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.</span></p> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">This role is ideal for clinicians seeking:</span></p> <ul data-spread="false"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Supplemental summer income</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Flexible remote work</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Evening and weekend hours</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">An opportunity to transition into an ongoing 1099, part-time, or full-time role with Blackbird Health</span></li> </ul> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Fully remote opportunities are available, with optional hybrid and in-person opportunities for clinicians interested in onsite care.</span></p> <div><hr></div> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;">What Makes You, You</span></h2> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Mission-Driven</span></h3> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">You are passionate about transforming behavioral health for youth and committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care.</span></p> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Clinically Excellent</span></h3> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">You bring experience using evidence-based therapeutic approaches with children, adolescents, young adults, and families.</span></p> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Relationship-Focused</span></h3> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">You excel at building meaningful therapeutic relationships and creating safe, engaging environments for patients and caregivers.</span></p> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Developmentally &amp; Neurodiversity-Informed</span></h3> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">You are skilled in supporting patients across developmental stages and neurodiverse presentations.</span></p> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborative</span></h3> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">You thrive in team-based environments and value interdisciplinary partnership, consultation, and shared problem-solving.</span></p> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Tech-Savvy</span></h3> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">You are comfortable utilizing telehealth platforms, EMR systems, Google Workspace, and other virtual communication tools.</span></p> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Flexible &amp; Patient-Centered</span></h3> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">You are available to support patients during evening and weekend hours when families need care most.</span></p> <div><hr></div> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;">How You'll Make an Impact</span></h2> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Deliver High-Quality Therapy</span></h3> <ul data-spread="false"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Provide individual telehealth therapy sessions for youth ages 2–26.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Utilize evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to each patient's unique needs.</span></li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Support Family Engagement</span></h3> <ul data-spread="false"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Partner with families and caregivers to improve understanding, treatment engagement, and long-term outcomes.</span></li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Drive Clinical Outcomes</span></h3> <ul data-spread="false"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Monitor patient progress toward established goals.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Adjust treatment plans as clinically appropriate to support continued growth and success.</span></li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate Across Teams</span></h3> <ul data-spread="false"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Work closely with psychiatrists, therapists, intake providers, and administrative teams to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.</span></li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Maintain Clinical Excellence</span></h3> <ul data-spread="false"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Complete timely, accurate documentation.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Maintain high-quality clinical records and ongoing communication with patients and families.</span></li> </ul> <div><hr></div> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Qualifications</span></h2> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Required</span></h3> <ul data-spread="true"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Active, unrestricted license in at least one U.S. state as one of the following:</span> <ul data-spread="false"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">LPC</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">LCSW</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">LMFT</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">PsyD or PhD</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">LSW</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">LMSW</span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children and adolescents</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Reliable phone, computer, and high-speed internet connection</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Availability for a minimum of 8 hours per week during core service hours:</span> <ul data-spread="false"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Monday–Friday after 3:00 PM ET</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Weekends between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM ET</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Preferred</span></h3> <ul data-spread="false"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Minimum of 1 year of telehealth or virtual care experience</span></li> </ul> <div><hr></div> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Why Blackbird Health</span></h2> <ul data-spread="false"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Immediate referral opportunities</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Flexible scheduling</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Fully remote work options</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Optional hybrid and in-person opportunities in select markets</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Weekly paid clinical consultation</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Full credentialing support</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Administrative support so you can focus on patient care</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Professional liability insurance coverage</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">No-show and late-cancellation reimbursement</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborative and supportive clinical culture</span></li> </ul> <div><hr></div> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Compensation</span></h2> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>$70–$100 per hour</strong>, depending on licensure, experience, and market.</span></p> <div><hr></div> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Potential for Ongoing Employment</span></h2> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Providers participating in the Summer Core Hours Program may be considered for ongoing part-time, full-time, or 1099 opportunities with Blackbird Health following the summer program. Consideration will be based on performance, scheduling availability, organizational needs, and business demand.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$70</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$100 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>Join us!</strong></p> <p>To raise the standard of pediatric mental health care through accurate understanding and precise treatment that reflect how each child’s brain, body, and behavior work together.</p> <p>“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.”</p> <p><strong>Fostering an inclusive environment:</strong></p> <p>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. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] so we can support you.</p> <p><em>Our patient support team is busy helping children and families, please do not call or email them about your application — this helps us process your application more efficiently.</em></p></div>