Summer Therapist - Contract/1099 (Remote/Hybrid Optional)

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 Compensation $70-$100/hour depending on licensure, experience, and market. Potential for Ongoing Employment Providers participating in the Summer Core Hours Program may be considered for ongoing part-time or full-time opportunities with Blackbird Health following the summer program based on performance, scheduling availability, and organizational needs. Join us! 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. "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. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at recruiting@blackbirdhealth.com so we can support you. 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.