Make a Difference: Join Our Mission to Prioritize Mental Health
At Aspire we believe there is no health without mental health. We are a mission-driven organization committed to inclusive community-based care that empowers individuals and breaks down stigma. If you are passionate about innovative mental health services and want to be part of a team that values inclusion trust and equitable care we invite you to apply.
We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) to join our Adult Community Crisis Stabilization (CCS) Unit. This is a meaningful opportunity to provide compassionate short-term stabilization services to adults experiencing psychiatric criseshelping them regain stability and reintegrate into the community.
About the CCS Program
Our CCS Unit offers a safe supportive and home-like setting for individuals in need of immediate short-term behavioral health care. With eight (8) beds the unit serves as both an alternative to inpatient hospitalization and a transitional step-down from higher levels of care.
Key program features include:
- 24/7 observation supervision and clinical reassessment
- Solution-focused individual counseling and life-skills groups
- Structured therapeutic activities including communal dinners to foster connection
- Comprehensive medication management
- Strong emphasis on community reintegration and long-term recovery
Location: 460 Quincy Ave Quincy (relocating to 54 Miller Street Quincy Fall 2025)
Schedule: Full-time 40 hours/week MondayFriday (day shift with some on-call responsibilities)
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Reimbursement for DEA certification and malpractice insurance
- Ongoing clinical training and professional development opportunities
- A supportive collaborative team environment
Required Qualifications
- Masters degree in Psychiatric Nursing from an ANA-accredited program
- Active licensure by the Massachusetts Board of Nursing as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
- American Nurses Association (ANA) certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Registered with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (per MGL C.94C)
- DEA registration
- Medicare provider status
- Strong knowledge of psychopharmacology and psychiatric assessment
- At least 35 years of experience in behavioral healthcare with a focus on prescribing for adults
- Experience with co-occurring disorders (dual diagnosis)
- Clozaril certification preferred
- Experience prescribing for both adults and children is a plus though not required
Join Us
At Aspire our team is the heart of our success. If youre ready to make a real impact in mental health care and grow professionally in a collaborative environment we want to hear from you.