Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Massachusetts
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner jobs in Massachusetts are among the most active in New England, with strong demand from community mental health centers, integrated health systems, and academic medical institutions serving patients from entry-level supervised practice through senior independent roles. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Boston, Worcester, and Springfield, where major employers such as Mass General Brigham, Boston Medical Center, and Advocates have lasting footprints. Child and adolescent psychiatry, addiction medicine, and trauma-focused care represent the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
Location: Whitman Counseling Center
Hours: 12 hours/week
Schedule: Flexible; includes coverage on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 9:00am–1:00pm (Telehealth possible)
Salary Range: $85–$90/hour
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Clinic Director
Who We Are:
BAMSI has been “bringing people and services together” since 1975. We are committed to enriching the lives of children, families, and individuals through compassionate, person-centered care. Our outpatient behavioral health programs provide high-quality mental health and substance use treatment services designed to promote recovery, wellness, and long-term success.
We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and access for all. We celebrate the unique experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that strengthen our organization and the communities we serve.
What We Offer:
- Flexible scheduling opportunities
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Collaborative multidisciplinary treatment team
- Telehealth and in-person service delivery options
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities
- Supportive leadership and clinical consultation
- Opportunity to provide Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services
- Mission-driven work that directly impacts community wellness
Why BAMSI?
- Meaningful Clinical Work: Provide psychiatric care that helps individuals achieve stability, wellness, and recovery.
- Collaborative Team Environment: Work alongside therapists, clinicians, nurses, and support staff to ensure coordinated care.
- Flexible Practice Model: Deliver services both in-person and through telehealth.
- Community Impact: Support underserved populations and expand access to behavioral healthcare.
- Professional Growth: Continue building expertise in psychiatric medication management and integrated behavioral healthcare.
What You’ll Do:
The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and treatment services to individuals receiving outpatient behavioral health services.
Psychiatric Assessment & Treatment
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments
- Diagnose mental health and co-occurring disorders
- Develop individualized treatment plans that support recovery and wellness
- Provide psychiatric medication management services, including Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) when appropriate
- Monitor treatment effectiveness and adjust interventions based on clinical need
Client Care & Collaboration
- Deliver client-centered psychiatric services through both in-person and telehealth platforms
- Collaborate with therapists, primary care providers, care coordinators, and other members of the treatment team
- Participate in treatment planning and interdisciplinary case consultation
- Support integrated, holistic care approaches that improve outcomes for individuals served
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
- Ensure compliance with BAMSI policies, clinical standards, and regulatory requirements
- Adhere to all professional ethical standards and prescribing regulations
- Maintain active licensure, certifications, and provider credentials
Program Support
- Provide Saturday coverage on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 9:00am–1:00pm
- Participate in meetings, trainings, and quality improvement initiatives as required
- Support ongoing efforts to expand access to psychiatric and behavioral healthcare services
What You Bring:
Education
- Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Nursing with a Psychiatric Mental Health specialization required
Licensure & Certifications
- Active Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Active Massachusetts Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license required
- Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) required
- Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration (MCSR) required
- Current DEA Registration with controlled substance prescribing authority required
- Active Medicare Provider Status required
- Valid driver's license required
Experience
- Minimum of two (2) years of psychiatric clinical experience as a PMHNP or Clinical Nurse Specialist in outpatient, inpatient, or community behavioral health settings
- Experience utilizing Electronic Health Records and telehealth platforms required
- Experience providing Medication Assisted Treatment preferred
- MAT certification or willingness to obtain within six (6) months of hire preferred
Skills & Qualifications
- Strong psychiatric assessment and diagnostic skills
- Knowledge of psychopharmacology and evidence-based treatment practices
- Sensitivity to cultural diversity and commitment to equitable care
- Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Ability to work independently and effectively manage a flexible caseload
Why This Role Matters:
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, you provide essential psychiatric care that helps individuals navigate mental health challenges, stabilize symptoms, and improve overall quality of life. Your clinical expertise, compassion, and commitment to person-centered care directly contribute to healthier individuals, stronger families, and more resilient communities.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
Location: Whitman Counseling Center
Hours: 12 hours/week
Schedule: Flexible; includes coverage on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 9:00am–1:00pm (Telehealth possible)
Salary Range: $85–$90/hour
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Clinic Director
Who We Are:
BAMSI has been “bringing people and services together” since 1975. We are committed to enriching the lives of children, families, and individuals through compassionate, person-centered care. Our outpatient behavioral health programs provide high-quality mental health and substance use treatment services designed to promote recovery, wellness, and long-term success.
We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and access for all. We celebrate the unique experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that strengthen our organization and the communities we serve.
What We Offer:
- Flexible scheduling opportunities
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Collaborative multidisciplinary treatment team
- Telehealth and in-person service delivery options
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities
- Supportive leadership and clinical consultation
- Opportunity to provide Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services
- Mission-driven work that directly impacts community wellness
Why BAMSI?
- Meaningful Clinical Work: Provide psychiatric care that helps individuals achieve stability, wellness, and recovery.
- Collaborative Team Environment: Work alongside therapists, clinicians, nurses, and support staff to ensure coordinated care.
- Flexible Practice Model: Deliver services both in-person and through telehealth.
- Community Impact: Support underserved populations and expand access to behavioral healthcare.
- Professional Growth: Continue building expertise in psychiatric medication management and integrated behavioral healthcare.
What You’ll Do:
The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and treatment services to individuals receiving outpatient behavioral health services.
Psychiatric Assessment & Treatment
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments
- Diagnose mental health and co-occurring disorders
- Develop individualized treatment plans that support recovery and wellness
- Provide psychiatric medication management services, including Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) when appropriate
- Monitor treatment effectiveness and adjust interventions based on clinical need
Client Care & Collaboration
- Deliver client-centered psychiatric services through both in-person and telehealth platforms
- Collaborate with therapists, primary care providers, care coordinators, and other members of the treatment team
- Participate in treatment planning and interdisciplinary case consultation
- Support integrated, holistic care approaches that improve outcomes for individuals served
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
- Ensure compliance with BAMSI policies, clinical standards, and regulatory requirements
- Adhere to all professional ethical standards and prescribing regulations
- Maintain active licensure, certifications, and provider credentials
Program Support
- Provide Saturday coverage on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 9:00am–1:00pm
- Participate in meetings, trainings, and quality improvement initiatives as required
- Support ongoing efforts to expand access to psychiatric and behavioral healthcare services
What You Bring:
Education
- Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Nursing with a Psychiatric Mental Health specialization required
Licensure & Certifications
- Active Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Active Massachusetts Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license required
- Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) required
- Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration (MCSR) required
- Current DEA Registration with controlled substance prescribing authority required
- Active Medicare Provider Status required
- Valid driver's license required
Experience
- Minimum of two (2) years of psychiatric clinical experience as a PMHNP or Clinical Nurse Specialist in outpatient, inpatient, or community behavioral health settings
- Experience utilizing Electronic Health Records and telehealth platforms required
- Experience providing Medication Assisted Treatment preferred
- MAT certification or willingness to obtain within six (6) months of hire preferred
Skills & Qualifications
- Strong psychiatric assessment and diagnostic skills
- Knowledge of psychopharmacology and evidence-based treatment practices
- Sensitivity to cultural diversity and commitment to equitable care
- Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Ability to work independently and effectively manage a flexible caseload
Why This Role Matters:
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, you provide essential psychiatric care that helps individuals navigate mental health challenges, stabilize symptoms, and improve overall quality of life. Your clinical expertise, compassion, and commitment to person-centered care directly contribute to healthier individuals, stronger families, and more resilient communities.
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Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Job Market in Massachusetts
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Who's Hiring
- Transformations Care Network13
- University of Massachusetts2
- CareOne1
- Rippling1
- BAMSI1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health nurse practitioner jobs across Massachusetts.
- Active Massachusetts APRN license with a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner certification required
- National board certification from ANCC as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice in psychiatric-mental health
- Prescriptive authority granted by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing
- Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Meditech
- Ability to conduct diagnostic assessments and develop independent psychiatric treatment plans
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health nurse practitioner in Massachusetts?
You must first complete a graduate-level nursing program, either a Master of Science in Nursing or a Doctor of Nursing Practice, with a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner concentration. After graduating, you sit for the ANCC Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner board certification exam. You then apply to the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing for APRN licensure and, separately, for prescriptive authority, which is required to practice independently in the state.
How much do mental health nurse practitioners make in Massachusetts?
Mental health nurse practitioners in Massachusetts earn a median of about $142,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $111,950 for the lowest 10% to over $207,710 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire mental health nurse practitioners in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring mental health nurse practitioners in Massachusetts right now include Transformations Care Network, University of Massachusetts, and CareOne, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's dense network of community behavioral health organizations and large integrated health systems means openings appear regularly across inpatient, outpatient, and school-based settings throughout the state.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most mental health nurse practitioner jobs?
Worcester, Massachusetts, and Beverly lead Massachusetts for mental health nurse practitioner openings. Boston concentrates the most volume because of its academic medical centers and large hospital systems, while Worcester and Springfield reflect strong community mental health infrastructure and regional health networks that serve populations with significant behavioral health needs outside Greater Boston.
Are there remote mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they are less common than in many other fields because psychiatric evaluation and prescribing often require in-person or hybrid arrangements. About 47% of mental health nurse practitioner openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with fully remote roles more likely in medication management, telepsychiatry consultation, or care coordination functions rather than primary diagnostic work.
How can I get hired as a mental health nurse practitioner in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is applying to new-graduate or post-graduate APRN residency and fellowship programs, which institutions such as Mass General Brigham and the Department of Mental Health-affiliated community health centers offer to bridge the gap between graduation and independent practice. Candidates without direct PMHNP experience often enter through staff RN roles in inpatient psychiatric units, then transition after earning their APRN license. Holding your Massachusetts APRN license and ANCC board certification before applying gives you a strong competitive edge.
Where can I find and apply to mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your experience, specialty, and preferred setting and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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