Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner; PMHNP

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!

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Blackbird Health, you’ll play an essential role in delivering comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, and medication management for children, adolescents, and young adults. You’ll build meaningful connections with patients to support their engagement in treatment, spending the necessary time with patients and families to understand their needs, educate them about care options, and provide ongoing support.

We’re seeking dedicated clinicians to join our Frederick, MD team to provide hybrid services to children, adolescents, and young adults ages 2–26, as well as the caregivers who support them. Multiple employment tracks are available: you’ll select your preferred arrangement in the application.

• 1099 Contractor Track
  • Pay: $120–$140 per session
  • Commitment: Minimum 12 hours per week.
  • Hours: Shift availability focused during our peak "after‑school hours" (defined as after 3:00 PM ET weekdays and/or weekends).
  • Flexibility: Set your own pace and caseload size.
• W2 Part‑Time Track
  • Salary Range: $72,500 base salary + $100 per hour for any additional clinical hours worked beyond the agreed schedule.
  • Commitment: 20 hours per week (inclusive of 17 direct care hours).
  • Hours: Shift availability must target peak "after‑school hours" (defined as after 3:00 PM ET weekdays and/or weekends).
  • Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and generous PTO + 11 holidays.
• W2 Full‑Time Track
  • Salary Range: $135,000–$145,000 USD base salary
  • Commitment: 40 hours per week. Shift availability includes a minimum of 15 peak hours scheduled after 3:00 PM ET weekdays and/or weekends.
  • Benefits: Full package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, generous PTO + 11 holidays, employer‑paid life insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability, and malpractice coverage.

• Mission‑Driven: You are passionate about transforming behavioral health for youth and committed to delivering high‑quality, compassionate psychiatric care.
• Clinically Excellent: You have experience working with children and adolescents as a psychiatric nurse practitioner and have practiced independently at the top of your scope for at least one year under licensure. You bring clinical expertise with a warm, patient‑centered approach.
• Relationship‑Focused: You excel at building meaningful connections with patients and families, taking the time to understand their needs, provide education, and create a trusting therapeutic relationship that supports engagement in treatment.
• Collaborative: You thrive in team‑based environments and love working alongside psychotherapists, specialists, and interdisciplinary colleagues to deliver integrated, comprehensive care.
• Growth‑Oriented: You are open to feedback and eager to learn and grow in a supportive clinical community where best practices and professional development are prioritized.

• Provide Comprehensive Psychiatric Care: Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnoses for children, adolescents, and young adults. Develop personalized treatment plans and provide medication management that addresses the unique needs of each patient.
• Build Meaningful Therapeutic Relationships: Spend the necessary…