Blackbirdhealth
Autism Evaluator - LCSW, LPC, LMFT - Contract/1099
Allentown, Pennsylvania. Posted 4 days ago
The role
You will perform neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations and provide evidence-based psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and young adults. You will work within an interdisciplinary care team to deliver integrated treatment plans.
What you will do
- Perform neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations focusing on autism spectrum assessments.
- Analyze, interpret, and synthesize assessment data into diagnostic conclusions.
- Provide feedback to clients and families following evaluations.
- Complete progress notes within 24 hours of service.
- Communicate evaluation findings to the interdisciplinary team.
- Provide direct psychotherapy to a caseload of pediatric and young adult clients.
- Perform biopsychosocial assessments for incoming therapy clients.
- Partner with multidisciplinary providers to maintain integrated treatment plans.
- Track patient progress and complete clinical documentation.
Required qualifications
- Active, independent LCSW license in Pennsylvania
- 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
Nice to have
- Direct experience conducting autism spectrum or neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations
- Familiarity or formal training in standardized diagnostic tools (ADOS-2, ASRS, CARS)
- Background in integrated or collaborative pediatric mental health settings
- Schedule that includes weekday hours after 3 PM or weekends
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Professional liability coverage
- Generous paid time off
- Clear pathways for clinical career growth
- Administrative & Credentialing Support
- Paid Consultation & Training
About the company
Blackbird Health is clinician-founded, owned, and operated by dedicated professionals. They deliver virtual and in-person mental health services across Pennsylvania, Virginia, New Jersey & Maryland.