Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

LPN Position In Division Of Recovery Services GRIT Co-occurring Programs

The LPN position provides support for the Division of Recovery Services GRIT co-occurring programs. The LPN works in collaboration with the Nurse Manager, Medication Specialist, Prescriber, the multi-disciplinary team and program participants and acts as a liaison for support and communication. This is a recovery-focused role that blends clinical care with meaningful, person-centered support in community residential settings. This position ensures the safe, effective, and compassionate oversight of medications, while promoting recovery-oriented care and support for the psychiatric and medical needs of participants in the program. This position includes direct work with individuals rebuilding their lives after mental health and substance use challenges including hands-on nursing care, medication support and care coordination.

Pay Rate: $33 - $35 an hour

Open Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday 9am-5pm (40hrs)

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the physical health needs of program participants and help shape individualized care plans.
• Monitor medications, observe side effects, and provide clear education to participants about their treatment.
• Monitor incoming paperwork from external appointments.
• Communicate regularly with outside providers, physicians, and VNAs to coordinate care.
• Support a culture of wellness through participant engagement and informal health coaching.
• Provide oversight and training for staff needing extra support with medication-related tasks and procedures.
• Be part of the team that ensures participants get timely, quality healthcare- including advocating for follow-up care and second opinions when needed.
• Maintain familiarity with various procedures including gathering information for the prescriber before weekly appointments, accessing information from the electronic health record and other management systems, printing and changing over monthly MOS forms and completing medication transfer forms for discharges.
• Participate in treatment planning, discharge planning, and program wellness initiatives.
• Conduct one-on-one and group teaching sessions with program participants.

About the GRIT Program

The GRIT program at MHA provides residential rehabilitation for individuals with substance use challenges and co-occurring mental health conditions. Residents participate in individualized counseling, recovery-focused programming, and community activities such as education, job training, or employment, all within a structured and supportive environment. With locations in Springfield (men's programs) and Holyoke (LGBTQIA+ program), GRIT combines the comforts of home with access to vital resources. A skilled, multidisciplinary team works closely with each resident to support recovery, personal growth, and long-term stability, while creating personalized aftercare plans for a successful return to the community.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Mental Health Association is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.