Child and Adolescent Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, LPC - 1099

• 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 looking for an Adolescent Addiction Therapist to join our team. This is a hybrid role at our Pittsburgh, PA clinic location. You'll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the highest quality of care and be empowered to make a tangible difference in the lives of young patients and their families. You will provide support to our patients who suffer from video game and other addictions. Why You’ll Love This Role This role is a great fit for clinicians who want: A predictable base salary with the ability to earn more by taking on additional clients A hybrid model with flexible scheduling that fits your life A collaborative, mission driven team that supports your growth The change to make a real difference for children, adolescents and families through integrated care Employment Options Available This is a contract role. We are looking for therapists with LCSW, LPC and LMFT Licensure. What makes you, you: Experienced clinician with a passion for working with adolescents, young adults and their families using evidence-based practices Skilled in facilitating both in-person and virtual telehealth sessions with strong technical proficiency (Google Suite, EMR systems, virtual platforms) Excited to make an impact and driven by patient outcomes Proactive problem-solver with strong clinical judgment and excellent communication and documentation abilities Dedicated to high-touch, comprehensive care, not just clinical sessions, but true partnership with families and caregivers Collaborative team player who values clinical consultation, feedback, and professional growth How you'll make an impact: Provide individual evidence-based therapy to adolescents, and young adults (ages 10-26), building strong therapeutic relationships through consistent, high-quality care Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans based on ongoing assessment of patient progress Invest in your patient relationships by establishing positive, trusting rapport with patients Participate in consultation to enhance clinical skills and receive feedback and support Collaborate with other specialty providers Maintain thorough, timely clinical documentation and patient records Involve and advise family members or outside specialists when appropriate The basics you'll need: Independently licensed as a LPC, LMFT and LCSW in Pennsylvania 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 4pm Monday through Friday and 8am-7pm on Weekends Commit to a hybrid role at our Pittsburgh, PA clinic location Why Blackbird is unique: Immediate patient referrals with guaranteed caseload - start seeing patients right away Flexible scheduling within business needs - set your own hours with emphasis on after-school and weekend availability Full administrative support - we handle credentialing, billing, insurance, and EMR so you can focus on clinical care Paid weekly clinical consultation - ongoing support and skill development built into your schedule Professional Liability Insurance Career growth opportunities with increasing responsibilities and leadership pathways as you grow with us