Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brien Center, an affiliate of Berkshire Health Systems, is seeking a Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Pittsfield, MA. This Advanced Practice Provider role focuses on psychiatric evaluations and ongoing care for youth in a community-based setting.

Join a multidisciplinary team and provide diagnoses and medication management with regular supervision by a board-certified psychiatrist. New graduates are welcome to apply, with opportunities to grow in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• New graduates and experienced psychiatric NPs welcome to apply.
• APN with interest in child and adolescent behavioral health.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric evaluations and ongoing psychiatric treatment for children and adolescents.
• Diagnose psychiatric conditions and prescribe medications.
• Collaborate with clinicians, case managers, and crisis staff in a multidisciplinary team.
• No physical exams required for this role.
• Receive regular supervision from a board-certified psychiatrist.
• Contribute to meaningful community-based care for youth and families.

Job description

Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Advanced Practice Provider

The Brien Center · BMC Psych Prof Service

Hourly Pay Range: 54.8111 through 74.4159

Full Time , Shift 1 , 40 , 8am - 4:30pm

Monday - Friday

Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

The Brien Center – Pittsfield, MA Affiliate of Berkshire Health Systems

The Brien Center, Berkshire County’s largest provider of community mental health and addiction services, is seeking a Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary behavioral health team. We welcome both new graduates and experienced psychiatric NPs who are passionate about serving children, teens, and families in a community‑based setting.

About the Brien Center

One of the largest community behavioral health organizations in Western Massachusetts

Approximately 500 employees serving residents across Berkshire County

Comprehensive services including outpatient care, residential programs, addiction treatment, and a 24/7 crisis team

Patients include individuals with serious mental illness, depression, PTSD, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, and more

Position Highlights

Provide psychiatric evaluations and ongoing psychiatric treatment

Work with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team of clinicians, case managers, and crisis staff

Diagnose psychiatric conditions and prescribe medications

No physical exams required

Regular supervision provided by a board‑certified psychiatrist

Meaningful work supporting children and adolescents in a community‑focused environment

Life in the Berkshires

The Berkshires offer a unique blend of small‑town New England charm and big‑city cultural access:

Excellent public and private schools

Renowned music, art, theater, and museums

Year‑round outdoor recreation including skiing, hiking, and kayaking

Just two hours from Boston and New York City

The minimum and maximum of the hourly pay range for this position is shown above. Actual rates of pay may vary based on a range of factors including but not limited to experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, a competitive retirement plan contribution and a paid time off program.