Autism Evaluator - Hybrid Pediatric Diagnostics & Therapy

Define Ventures; Gaithersburg (MD); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackbird Health in Maryland is seeking an Autism Evaluator to advance diagnostic clarity for children, adolescents and families through neurodevelopmental assessments and evidence-based psychotherapy.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team, balancing testing and therapy hours, with a hybrid schedule and substantial family communication.

This role emphasizes compassionate care, rigorous documentation, and collaboration across pediatrics, psychiatry, and therapy.

Qualifications

• Active, independent LCSW-C license in Maryland.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience delivering clinical care to children, adolescents, and families.
• Exceptional clinical writing and diagnostic documentation skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Assessments: Perform neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations, focusing on autism spectrum evaluations (ADOS-2, ASRS, CARS-2).
• Synthesize & Formulate: Analyze, interpret, and synthesize assessment data into clear, clinically sound diagnostic conclusions.
• Deliver Family Feedback: Provide clear, compassionate feedback to clients and families following evaluations, outlining recommendations and care pathways.
• Manage Evaluation Timelines: Complete progress notes within 24 hours of service and oversee report-writing, feedback appointments, and schedule adjustments.
• Care Team Alignment: Communicate evaluation findings directly to the broader interdisciplinary team and participate in weekly clinical consultations.
• Deliver Evidence-Based Care: Provide direct psychotherapy to a tailored caseload of pediatric and young adult clients.
• Conduct Diagnostic Intakes: Perform biopsychosocial assessments for incoming therapy clients to establish individualized treatment plans.
• Drive Integrated Outcomes: Partner with multidisciplinary providers to establish and maintain comprehensive, integrated treatment plans.
• Maintain High Documentation Standards: Track patient progress continuously and complete accurate, timely clinical documentation.

Skills

LCSW-C license in Maryland

2+ years experience

Clinical writing

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Job description

Blackbird Health in Maryland is seeking an Autism Evaluator to advance diagnostic clarity for children, adolescents and families through neurodevelopmental assessments and evidence-based psychotherapy.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team, balancing testing and therapy hours, with a hybrid schedule and substantial family communication.

This role emphasizes compassionate care, rigorous documentation, and collaboration across pediatrics, psychiatry, and therapy.