Child & Adolescent Therapist - Resident in Counseling (LPC-R)

About the role

As a Therapist at Blackbird Health, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality virtual and in-person therapy to children, adolescents, young adults, and their caregivers. You’ll build meaningful relationships with patients and families, taking the time to understand their needs, support engagement in treatment, and educate them on therapeutic approaches that foster long-term progress. Working alongside an interdisciplinary team, you’ll be empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young patients and their families through compassionate, evidence-based care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality virtual and in-person therapy sessions to children, adolescents, and young adults ages 2–26, and their caregivers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with patients and families, understanding their needs and supporting engagement in treatment.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic approaches that foster long-term progress.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care that addresses the root causes of challenges, not just symptoms.
• Support patients and families through the entire treatment process, from initial assessment to ongoing care.

Requirements

• Active Virginia license: LCSW, LPC, LPC-R, LMFT, LMSW, or SiSW.
• 1+ year of experience with children and adolescent patients.
• 1+ year of telehealth or virtual setting experience.
• Availability after 3pm ET weekdays and/or weekends.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (LMSW, LCSW), Clinical Mental Health Counseling (LPC, LPC-R), Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), or School Social Work (SiSW).
• Experience working with children and adolescents.
• Experience in a virtual or telehealth setting.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for family-centered, high-touch care.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
• Effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with patients and families.

Benefits

• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, and PTO + 11 holidays.

Pay

$40,000 USD - $105,000 USD based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Multiple employment tracks are available: 1099 Contractor or W2 Part-Time. All Core hours: after 3pm weekdays and/or weekends.