Child and Adolescent Therapist - Diagnostic Evaluator - Contract/1099 (Remote)

Position Summary

The Diagnostic Clinician is a remote  role administering neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations and ongoing psychotherapy services, if desired. This is a fully remote position open to Licensed Psychologists in New Jersey or Psychologists currently participating in PSYPACT.

Diagnostic Clinicians partner closely with interdisciplinary care teams to deliver high-quality, whole‑child care through comprehensive assessments, thoughtful clinical formulation, and evidence‑based therapeutic treatment.

Core Responsibilities

Diagnostic Evaluation 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.

Schedule & Work Model:

• This role is fully remote, allowing clinicians to deliver care from their home location while supporting patients across PSYPACT-participating states.
• Due to school schedules, clinicians are expected to support patient care during Blackbird’s core after‑school hours.

Hours Requirement:

• A minimum of 12 hours per week

Productivity & Role Customization:

This is a flexible role. Expectations for diagnostic evaluations and therapy services will be customized per clinician and documented individually.

Sample Weekly Allocation:

• Diagnostic Evaluations: 2 evaluations per week

Actual allocations will be adjusted based on patient demand, clinician expertise, and organizational needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Independently licensed psychologist - Practicing Psychologist in NJ.
  PsyD with eligibility to practice under PSYPACT.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience conducting neurodevelopmental or autism diagnostic evaluations.
• Familiarity with standardized diagnostic tools (ADOS‑2, ASRS, CARS, or similar).
• Experience working in integrated or team‑based care environments.