Behavioral Health Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) - $2500 Sign-On Bonus

Behavioral Health Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) - $2500 Sign-On Bonus!

Job Category
:
Professional

Requisition Number
: BEHAV
006388

• Posted :
  July 24, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

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East Longmeadow, MA 01028, USA

At the Center for Human Development (CHD),
Care Finds a Way. We are looking for compassionate Behavioral Health Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our team at Heron House, an 18-bed Enhanced Medical Group Living Environment (EMGLE). Enjoy working with a supportive team of LPNs, CNAs, and Direct Care staff with a low LPN-to-client ratio!

We are currently hiring for 24-hour part-time schedules operating on a two-week rotation for the following shifts:

• 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (24 hours/week)
• 3rd Shift / Overnights: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM (24 hours/week)

Pay Rate: $38.50 / hour (+$2.00/hr differential for 11pm–7am overnight shifts)

Bonuses & Perks: $2,500 Sign-On Bonus, Attractive Benefits Package, Holiday Bonus Pay for Major Holidays

Key Responsibilities:

• Medication & Care: Administer and manage medications, assist with audits, and provide adjunct care (dressings, ice/heat treatments).
• Direct Care & ADLs: Assist clients with hygiene, showering, travel to the bathroom, serving meals, and ambulation.
• Health Monitoring: Track vital signs, weight, intake/output, and provide clear observations to the Charge Nurse or RN.
• Care Coordination: Attend care plan/resource meetings and participate in a monthly on-call rotation (stipend provided + hourly wage if called in).

Qualifications:

• Licensure: Active MA LPN License.
• Logistics: Valid driver’s license. Ability to meet physical demands (lifting 45+ lbs, extended walking/standing).
• Experience (Preferred): 1+ year as an LPN; prior experience in Behavioral Health or working with elderly individuals and adults with disabilities/cognitive challenges.
• Requirements: Ability to complete assigned CHD and Department of Mental Health (DMH) trainings.

Success Factors:

• Passionate, empathetic, and patient caregiver with strong critical thinking skills.
• Excellent team player with strong time management, communication, and written/EHR skills.

At Center for Human Development, Care Finds a Way:

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.

Associates or better.

Licensed Practical Nurse

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