Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric Mental Health

Seven Hills Foundation; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Enhanced Retirement Plan

Student Loan Assistance

Discounted Tuition Partnerships

Tuition Assistance

Home Mortgage Initiative

Job summary

Seven Hills Foundation is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join a DPH-licensed behavioral health clinic and provide high-quality psychiatric care for youth and families. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, and treat with evidence-based methods and collaborate with support staff for comprehensive care.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, medication management, and ongoing education for clients and families, with a Monday–Friday schedule

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for children, adolescents, and families.
• Diagnose mental health conditions using DSM-5 criteria.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychiatric medications.
• Conduct follow-ups to assess effectiveness, side effects, and progress.
• Educate clients and families on medication use and adherence.
• Provide individual, family, and/or group psychotherapy.
• Utilize CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches.
• Collaborate with clinicians, social workers, case managers, and other providers.
• Participate in treatment planning meetings and case consultations.
• Provide guidance to staff on psychiatric and medication-related concerns.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety planning during crises.
• Provide psychiatric support during crisis situations.
• Collaborate with families to develop crisis management strategies.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Stay current with state and federal guidelines.
• Provide training and consultation to staff on psychiatric topics and best practices.
• Engage in community outreach and represent the organization as needed.

Job description

Pay Range: $55-$60/hour Schedule: Monday through Friday 9am-5pm with flexibility to meet client needs Are you a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth and families? Seven Hills Foundation is seeking an experienced clinician to join our DPH-licensed behavioral health clinic, providing high-quality, compassionate psychiatric care as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.

Benefits For Full-time Employees

• Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.
• Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure.
• Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
• Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
• Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
• Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!

Work-Life Balance

• Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
• Vacation Cash-Out Option
• 3 Paid Personal Days
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Accrued Paid Sick Time

Benefits For Part-time Employees

• Accrued Paid Sick Time
• Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week)
• Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling!
• Personal PTO - (Minimum 20 hour regular part-time schedule - does not apply to per diem)

What You’ll Do Psychiatric Assessment & Diagnosis

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for children, adolescents, and families.
• Diagnose mental health conditions using DSM-5 criteria.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.

Medication Management

• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychiatric medications.
• Conduct follow-ups to assess effectiveness, side effects, and progress.
• Educate clients and families on medication use and adherence.

Therapeutic Services

• Provide individual, family, and/or group psychotherapy.
• Utilize evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches.
• Support clients in building coping strategies and emotional regulation skills.

Collaboration & Team-Based Care

• Work closely with clinicians, social workers, case managers, and other providers.
• Participate in treatment planning meetings and case consultations.
• Provide guidance to staff on psychiatric and medication-related concerns.

Crisis Intervention & Support

• Conduct risk assessments and safety planning for high-risk clients.
• Provide psychiatric support during crisis situations.
• Collaborate with families to develop crisis management strategies.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with DPH regulations, agency policies, and billing standards.
• Stay current with state and federal guidelines.

Education & Leadership

• Provide training and consultation to staff on psychiatric topics and best practices.
• Support professional development within the clinical team.
• Engage in community outreach and represent the organization as needed.

Why Join Seven Hills Foundation?

At YOU Inc., you’ll be part of a mission-driven team committed to improving access to high-quality mental health care for youth and families. You’ll work in a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, and your impact is visible every day. If you’re ready to provide compassionate, comprehensive psychiatric care and support lasting change in your community.