Mental Health Specialist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is a strong market for mental health specialist visa sponsorship, with major employers including Mass General Brigham, McLean Hospital, and Boston Medical Center actively hiring across Boston, Worcester, and Springfield. The state's concentration of academic medical centers and community health organizations drives consistent demand for internationally trained mental health professionals.
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Full-time in-patient Clinical position, located in Rutland, MA.
Monday-Friday, Daytime, with on-call rotation.
The pay for this position starts at $61,200/yr up to $67,484/yr depending on experience and education.
$70k - $79,800k for BCBA
$3,000 Sign-on Bonus.
Devereux Massachusetts serves students with various complex psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders, including but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorder. Devereux's program serves males, 12 to 21 with ASD, IDD, and co-occurring psychiatric disorders. With 1 staff to 3 student ratio, these programs offer high level of individualized care. Staff design house-specific routines, chores, and activities that support the individuals' growth and development.
Being a Clinician at Devereux has its advantages!
You will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. We offer you the privilege of being able to work closely with some of the most vulnerable people in our community, help build their strengths, and truly make a contribution to improving their lives, as well as:
- The ability to get supervised hours towards licensure/certification
- Access to ongoing training in program model areas, and continuing education assistance, in a supportive, dedicated, and positive work environment.
- A stable, national non-profit that offers a strong support system and is forward-thinking in our clinical practice and research.
Learn more about Devereux Massachusetts:
Full-time benefits include, but are not limited to:
- BCBA, LMHC supervision hours for licensure
- 192 PTO hours/year and 64 sick hours/year
- 403b retirement account with guaranteed 3% employer contribution and potential for additional 2% match
- Free Life Insurance
- Blue Cross Health Insurance plans
- Short & Long Term Disability, Dental, Vision, Accident, Identity Theft, Pet, and more insurance options
- Free Employee Assistance Program for help with mental health, work-life balance, general-wellbeing, and more
- Discounts on Hotels, Rental Cars, Theme Parks, Electronics, and more
- Devereux's custom ASCEND career-accelerator program! You deserve to work somewhere that gives back to you! Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND, the first career-accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills, and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential.
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Qualifications
- Must be 21 years of age.
- Valid driver's license required
- Masters Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Work or related field required.
- Must have relevant behavioral experience.
- Must be able to attend a 2-week paid orientation, Monday to Friday, 8AM to 4PM, in Rutland, MA.
Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.
Company Overview
Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.
Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.
Our Culture, Our Expectations
At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.
We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.
What Devereux Offers You
In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;
- Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
- Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
- Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
- Employee assistance / work-life balance program.
Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE
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Which companies sponsor visas for mental health specialists in Massachusetts?
Academic medical systems and community health centers are the most active sponsors in Massachusetts. Mass General Brigham, McLean Hospital, Boston Medical Center, UMass Memorial Health, and Fenway Health have all sponsored mental health roles in recent years. Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) across the state are also notable sponsors, as they often qualify for the Conrad 30 J-1 visa waiver program, which is particularly relevant for clinical mental health positions.
Which visa types are most common for mental health specialist roles in Massachusetts?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for mental health specialists holding a qualifying master's or doctoral degree in psychology, counseling, or social work. Licensed clinical roles may also be sponsored through the J-1 Conrad 30 waiver, which places physicians and some mental health clinicians at underserved sites across Massachusetts. The O-1 visa is an option for specialists with exceptional credentials, such as published researchers or nationally recognized clinicians.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most mental health specialist sponsorship jobs?
Boston accounts for the largest share of sponsored mental health positions, driven by its dense concentration of hospitals and behavioral health networks. Worcester is a growing hub, anchored by UMass Memorial Health and Reliant Medical Group. Springfield and Fall River see sponsorship activity through community health centers serving underserved populations, which are more likely to support J-1 Conrad 30 waiver placements than private practices in suburban areas.
How to find mental health specialist visa sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it easier to identify Massachusetts employers actively willing to sponsor mental health specialists rather than sorting through roles that don't mention sponsorship at all. Search by the mental health specialist category and filter to Massachusetts to see current openings at hospitals, community health centers, and behavioral health organizations across the state.
Are there any Massachusetts-specific considerations for mental health specialists seeking visa sponsorship?
Massachusetts requires state licensure for clinical practice, and the licensing process can take several months after degree completion, which affects your eligibility timeline for H-1B sponsorship. Employers at Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) in Massachusetts may support J-1 Conrad 30 waiver applications, creating an additional sponsorship pathway. Academic medical centers affiliated with Harvard, Tufts, and UMass also generate demand for mental health researchers and postdoctoral fellows, which can create entry points for internationally trained specialists.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored mental health specialist jobs in Massachusetts?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.