Community-Based Nurse, Northampton

Community-Based Nurse

CSO is looking for a Community-Based Nurse to join our CBHC (Community Behavioral Health Clinic) PACT (Program of Assertive Community Treatment) program in Northampton. Located in the heart of downtown with access to shops, busses and restaurants.

Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) is an evidence-based intensive outpatient treatment program designed to assist adults overcome the barriers to their recovery from severe and persistent behavioral health disorders. This position will provide intensive case management for adults who have DMH's highest level of community supports. The goal of PACT Services is to support clients in the community by reducing the number of inpatient hospitalization.

This position will provide nursing assessment, evaluation, monitoring, treatment planning and coordination of care and will provide support services with the purpose of enhancing the emotional well-being, stability and social functioning of clients.

This is a full-time, Monday-Friday position. 8:30am-4:30pm. No on-call, no weekends, no holidays! Starting Salary: $51,000-$70,000/year As a PACT Nurse:

You Will:

• Conduct nursing visits to clients in their homes or community including psychoeducation
• Monitor Primary Care/health needs of clients and provide referral, advocacy as needed to promote optimal health
• Provide intervention treatment services as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Maintain current treatment plans for all assigned clients
• Under direction of PACT Psychiatrist, supervise medication-related activities of team, working with team and clients to monitor medication effectiveness and side effects; develop policies and procedures related to medication management and completed required documentation
• Organize, manage and administer medications for clients as indicated. Maintain pharmaceutical supplies and documentation in accordance with DPH regulations

Your Background:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts
• Experience in clinical setting with individuals with severe mental health and substance use disorders
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

We also seek applicants who embody CSO's values by being:

• Positive -- maintaining resiliency and focusing on solutions
• Respectful -- collaborating and effectively communicating
• Insightful -- demonstrating self-awareness and effectively priority setting
• Conscientious -- taking accountability and applying feedback

What We Offer:

Competitive salaries, full health and dental coverage, free CEUs for in-house training, ample paid time off, a 403B retirement savings plan, employee referral bonuses, group rate supplemental insurances, a premier employee assistance program, personal cell phone plan discounts, and a flexible, supportive work environment fostering collaboration.

Our Agency:

Clinical & Support Options, Inc. is a dynamic behavioral health organization serving Western Massachusetts for over 50 years. With offices across Springfield, Northampton, Greenfield, and beyond, we're dedicated to providing comprehensive support to individuals and families. Join our team of over 650 multi-disciplinary staff and become part of a collaborative environment where excellence is fostered internally and partnerships are forged externally with community organizations. At CSO, you'll find a flexible and supportive work environment that encourages collaboration and growth. Join us and make a positive impact on thousands of lives in our communities!

CSO was voted a "Healthcare Industry Top Workplace" in 2023, 2024 and 2025. We are the fastest-growing Behavioral Health agency in Western Massachusetts. CSO has consistently received high marks on their internal employee satisfaction survey, noting that over 90% of CSO staff would recommend CSO as a great place to work. We encourage you to check us out!

CSO offers Training in: Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Skills and more.

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