Remote Pediatric Therapist - Family-Centered Health

Tailwind Care; United States; Remote; USD 96,000 - 165,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice insurance coverage

Orientation & Training

Licensing & Enrollment paid

EHR & Telehealth support

Clinical protocols & case consultation

Job summary

Tailwind Care is seeking a Licensed Pediatric Therapist to provide evidence-based behavioral health care for children and adolescents with obesity, via virtual care. You will work with families and caregivers, alongside physicians, dietitians, and care coordinators, in an integrated care model.

This is a 1099 independent contractor role with TailwindCare offering practice support including matching, billing, and admin tasks. Prior telehealth experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Independently licensed behavioral health clinician (LCSW/LPC/LMFT or equivalent).
• Willing to obtain additional state licenses or privileges; Tailwind covers licensing costs.
• Current, complete CAQH profile.
• 3+ years providing behavioral health care to children, adolescents, and families.
• Training in at least one evidence-based approach (e.g., motivational interviewing, CBT, family-based).
• Experience with pediatric overweight/obesity or integrated health settings.
• Experience screening for disordered eating, emotional eating, and body image concerns.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients and families with developmentally appropriate therapy.
• Support sustainable behavior change by identifying barriers and building routines.
• Deliver culturally responsive, stigma-free care with a clinical approach.
• Address weight-related emotional health including body image and mood concerns.
• Screen for anxiety, depression, disordered eating; coordinate referrals if needed.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation for continuity of care.

Skills

Licensed Clinician

Telehealth

Pediatric Obesity

CAQH Proficiency

Evidence-based Therapy

Education

MSW / related field

CAQH Profile

Tools

Telehealth Platform

HIPAA Compliance

Job description

Tailwind Care is seeking a Licensed Pediatric Therapist to provide evidence-based behavioral health care for children and adolescents with obesity, via virtual care. You will work with families and caregivers, alongside physicians, dietitians, and care coordinators, in an integrated care model.

This is a 1099 independent contractor role with TailwindCare offering practice support including matching, billing, and admin tasks. Prior telehealth experience is preferred.