Position Summary

We are thrilled to welcome applicants to our prestigious Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Residency Program designed to nurture and empower the next generation of mental health professionals!

Residency Program Overview

Blackbird’s Residency Program will prepare the next generation of Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners to practice with confidence as specialists in child/ adolescent mental healthcare.  

• Residency is a 9-12 month program designed for recent graduates or those who have not worked under licensure to jumpstart their careers in the field.
• The program is designed to support the transition from graduate school to professional practice combining clinical experience and didactic learning. 
• Residents will be given the tools and support they need to provide children and adolescents with cutting edge diagnosis and treatment with personalized care, while learning to thrive in an interdisciplinary outpatient model. 
• Residents will grow with their colleagues and develop relationships that will support their practice and success in the PMHNP profession. 
• After successful completion of residency, graduates will have the opportunity to level up their new skills as senior members of the Blackbird medical team for at least 2 years following residency completion. 

Why Join Our Residency Program: 

• Hands-on Experience: Immerse yourself in real-world experiences, gaining practical skills that will set you apart in the Mental Health landscape
• Mentorship: Benefit from personalized mentorship by seasoned clinical experts who are committed to helping you succeed.
• Guaranteed Salary: Achieve financial security through an annual salary and guaranteed caseload (no clawbacks or unpredictable fee for service compensation structure to navigate)
• Experienced, Clinical Leadership: As a clinician-founded, owned and operated company, our clinical model is inspired by the vision of Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners
• Professional Development: Access a tailored curriculum and workshops to continuously enhance your skill set and stay ahead of industry trends

Hybrid work model: Enjoy the flexibility of both in-person and telehealth work, giving you more control over your schedule while building relationships in person.

• Comprehensive Benefits Starting Day 1: Medical, dental, employer-paid life insurance, and 401k with company match, because your health and future are important to us.
• Generous PTO and Work Life Balance: We know how essential time off is for both personal well-being and professional growth.
• Modern Facilities: Work in newly designed, modern offices that foster collaboration and comfort.
• Top-Notch Administrative Support: From credentialing to paperwork, we’ve got you covered so you can focus on what really matters—your patients.
• Room for Professional Growth: Whether your career path involves leadership, specialization, or expansion of your skill set, we’re committed to supporting your growth.

At Blackbird, we foster an environment where humility, intelligence, compassion, and dedication come together. We believe in lifting each other up and providing ample opportunities for professional development and sharing of expertise. Here, you’ll never feel alone in your mission.

About the Role

Under the supervision of the Director of the Residency Program, you’ll play an essential role in delivering comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, and medication management for children, adolescents, and young adults. 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnosis, creating personalized treatment plans for children and adolescents,  which may include prescribing medicines and other treatments
• Collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals including psychotherapists on an integrated treatment plan and medication management to ensure the best outcomes for patients. 
• Work from our clinic in Pittsburgh, PA up to 3 days a week (as needed).
• Meet with residency cohort & supervisor to discuss progress and challenges on a routine basis
• Provide education and consultation for patients and their families.
• Manage diagnostic testing, including digital and lab results.
• Participate in weekly team and supervisory clinical meetings.
• Maintain thorough records of patient meetings and progress and maintain confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations
• Performs other clinical-related activities as assigned

Qualifications

We’re looking for passionate, dedicated clinicians who are ready to make a difference and are looking for a unique opportunity to learn as a first year psychiatric nurse practitioner.

You’ll be a great fit for residency if you:

• Are mission-driven and excited to change the landscape of behavioral health for youth.
• Possess excellent communication skills and love working in a collaborative, team-based environment while working independently.
• Are open to feedback and eager to learn and grow in a supportive clinical community.

Requirements:

• Have national certification of a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner 
• 12 of your 40 weekly hours are required to be during our peak “after school hours” defined as after 4 pm ET during the week or any time on a weekend. 
• Flexibility to work in person at our Pittsburgh, PA clinic up to 3 days a week (as needed)
• Master’s degree from an accredited nursing program (PMHNP, Master’s in NP) and must have graduated in the last ~12 months or have less than 1 year of work experience as a PMHNP. 
• Candidates must have an active PMHNP license and DEA in Pennsylvania (or on track to receive it by the time residency begins.)
• Upon successfully completing the requirements of the 12-month residency program, participants will join the Blackbird Clinical Services team for an additional two-year period following their residency for a total commitment of three years.

POSITION TITLE: Cybersecurity Instructor

LOCATION: Newark, New York, Dallas, Pittsburgh, NCR, Boston, Philadelphia preferred 

Position Description:

Per Scholas is seeking a dynamic, team-oriented individual to serve as a Cyber Security Instructor. The Technical Instructor will play an important role in our organization’s mission, as they train Per Scholas students to be outstanding entry and mid-level technicians.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Classroom Facilitation

• Using a structured and approved curriculum, conduct a full-time, 15-week cycle of technical training to prepare students for entry to mid-level jobs in the field of Cyber Security. Technical training competencies include but are not limited to: hardware, software, networking, security, server, mobility, virtualization, and project management.  Class sizes range from 15-24 students.
• Facilitate in a highly interactive, hands-on style. The Per Scholas curriculum calls for a maximum of 1.5 hours of lecture in a 6-hour teaching day.  The rest of the time is dedicated to interactive, hands-on lab activities which are led by the Technical Instructor.
• Utilize in-house Learning Management System for assignments, tests, and real-time performance monitoring
• Manage and appropriately utilize a teaching assistant 
• Maintain regular office hours

Managing Student Performance 

• Provide students with ongoing feedback, conferencing, and performance appraisals.  Recognize any challenges early and work with coaches and students to overcome them.
• Coordinate closely with students’ career coach and learner support staff on enforcing program rules and promoting student success.
• Prepare student evaluations individually and in conjunction with a career coach.
• Participate in all required student progress meetings with other members of the team
• Monitor and enforce student class attendance, dress code, and other program policies
• Ensure classes achieve at least a 90% pass rate on all certification exams

Curriculum

• Provide input on tech curriculum and any changes needed to keep content current and relevant
• Provide input on labs, Learning Management systems, and program policies 
• Conduct real-time student data entry in Salesforce.com

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO US:

Personal Characteristics 

• You thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission. 
• You are data-driven, result-oriented, and a forward-looking catalyst for social change.
• You have a collaborative and flexible work style. You’re excited to work cross-functionally with other departments and independently.
• You are an effective communicator with strong oral and written skills.
• You are adept at relating real-world experience/examples to the academic curriculum.
• You are tech-savvy and can learn quickly. 
• You are strong at managing your time and you can balance multiple projects and tasks. 
• You stand behind our mission, believing that individuals from any community should be able to access well-paying career positions, and that talent should be recognized and recruited from many diverse sources.

Professional Qualifications

• Expert-level knowledge and experience in the following competencies: server management, hardware, software, networking, mobility, virtualization, project management, and security
• Network+ CompTIA Security+ certified.; CCNA, CISSP SANS, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), are strongly desired
• Must be CompTIA CYSA+ certified or able to earn the certificate within 30 days of hire.
• Must have some teaching experience, preferably with adults in an online environment.
• Proficient in TCP/IP networking and networking protocols as well as Microsoft Windows operating systems including console/terminal usage
• Familiarity with Linux, Windows Server Environments, Firewalls, Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems, Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment is required
• At least two years of professional experience in the tech industry in a security role
• Ability to teach in a highly interactive and hands-on style
• Ability to commit to individual performance goals on certification and placement
• Flexibility to adapt to continuous changes in the curriculum (needed to stay current in the industry)
• Qualified candidates must be able to comfortably and frequently lift 50lbs

For this role specifically, we are targeting a range between $70,000/year and $75,000/year, where the difference in salary is typically determined by several factors, including geography in which the selected candidate resides, and alignment with qualifications and experience.

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