Hybrid LCSW: Neurodevelopmental Diagnostics & Child Therapy

Blackbird-Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Blackbird Health is seeking a Diagnostic Evaluator for a hybrid, contract role in pediatric mental health. The clinician will split time between neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations and ongoing psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and young adults, tailoring a mix of services to demand and clinician strengths.

Independently licensed LCSW in PA with experience with children and families is required.

Qualifications

• Independently licensed LCSW in PA.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and families.
• Strong clinical writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care model.
• Comfort managing complex schedules and balancing multiple clinical responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations, including autism spectrum evaluations (e.g., ADOS‑2, ASRS, CARS).
• Analyze, interpret, and synthesize assessment data into clear, clinically sound diagnostic conclusions.
• Complete progress notes for evaluations within 24 hours of services.
• Provide clear, compassionate feedback to clients and families following evaluations.
• Communicate evaluation findings, recommendations, and next steps to the broader care team.
• Participate in weekly department and team meetings, offering consultation and clinical input as needed.
• Manage all aspects of the diagnostic schedule, including assessments, feedback appointments, report‑writing time, and rescheduling as necessary.
• Report weekly diagnostic productivity in accordance with departmental expectations.
• Participate in training and supervision to expand diagnostic skill set.
• Provide evidence‑based psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, and young adults.
• Conduct biopsychosocial and diagnostic assessments for new therapy clients.
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans based on patient progress and clinical judgment.
• Build and maintain strong, trusting therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary providers to create and maintain integrated treatment plans.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of patient progress and maintain timely clinical documentation.
• Involve and advise family members, caregivers, and outside providers as clinically appropriate.
• Meet minimum weekly clinical service expectations following onboarding and role acclimation.

Skills

Licensed LCSW PA

Experience with children & families

Clinical writing

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Schedule management

Education

PA LCSW licensure

Job description

Blackbird Health is seeking a Diagnostic Evaluator for a hybrid, contract role in pediatric mental health. The clinician will split time between neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations and ongoing psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and young adults, tailoring a mix of services to demand and clinician strengths.

Independently licensed LCSW in PA with experience with children and families is required.