Child and Adolescent Therapist - LMSW /Supervisee in Social Work (SISW) - Contract/1099

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—our services are expanding into new markets in 2026.

We believe that providing the best care for children starts with building the best possible team. Our mission is to shape the future of pediatric mental health care by delivering high-quality, compassionate therapeutic care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality virtual therapy sessions for children, adolescents, and young adults using evidence-based practices tailored to each patient's developmental stage and unique needs.
• Build meaningful connections with patients and families, spending the necessary time to understand their needs, educate them about therapeutic approaches, and provide ongoing support.
• Monitor patient progress against care goals, adjusting treatment approaches as needed to ensure positive outcomes.
• Engage with other healthcare professionals and families to create coordinated treatment plans that address the whole child.
• Maintain thorough patient records and documentation, striving for the highest clinical and technical quality in all aspects of your work.

Requirements

• Licensed as a LMSW in Maryland
• A minimum of 1 year of experience working with children and adolescent patients
• A minimum of 1 year of experience working in a telehealth or virtual setting
• Own your own phone, computer, and high-speed internet
• Commit to a minimum of 8 hours per week during core hours, after 3pm Monday through Friday and 8am-7pm on weekends
• Commit to a fully on-site role, working in our Frederick, Maryland clinic

Qualifications

• Experience with evidence-based practices
• Skilled in delivering effective psychotherapy across developmental stages and neurodiverse populations
• Comfortable using technology, including Google Suite, Electronic Medical Records systems, and other virtual platforms
• Flexible and patient-centered, willing to go the extra mile when working with families

Skills

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
• Proficiency in clinical documentation and record-keeping

Benefits

• Immediate referrals available; guaranteed caseload and patient-facing hours
• Flexible schedule - set your own hours
• Full credentialing services provided - we will take care of everything
• Weekly clinical consultations: paid time for all providers
• Supportive work culture
• Professional Liability Insurance
• No-show and late cancellation reimbursement

Pay

$75 - $85 USD

Schedule

Onsite role, minimum of 8 hours per week during core hours, after 3pm Monday through Friday and 8am-7pm on weekends