Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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Job Description
About the Role
Join Mental Health Association - Western MA as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – $33+/hr, Day Shift in Chicopee, Massachusetts, United States.
Key Responsibilities
- related tasks and procedures. Be part of the team that ensures participants get timely, quality healthcare
- including advocating for follow
- occurring mental health conditions. Residents participate in individualized counseling, recovery
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of psychotropic medications, common medical conditions and wellness principles.
- Ability to coordinate care and advocate effectively within the healthcare system.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time, prioritize tasks, take initiative, follow through, and work cooperatively as a member of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to the changing needs of the program participants.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $33+/hr
- 401(k) with employer match.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with Mental Health Association - Western MA in Chicopee, Massachusetts, United States.
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Mental Health Association - Western MA a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Nursing registered nurse listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no night shifts.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context
This Nursing position at Mental Health Association - Western MA is open to registered nurse candidates.
Registered Nurses have diverse career pathways from bedside care to telehealth triage, care coordination, and leadership roles with increasingly flexible scheduling options.
Compensation Analysis
This position also offers production-based compensation: $33000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Chicopee, Massachusetts.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No night shifts — a daytime-only schedule
- Transparent compensation ($33k–$33k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Benefits package: Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision), Retirement Plan (403B, IRA), Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays), Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity), Long Term Disability. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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About Mental Health Association - Western MA
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (3)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No nights (Independent predictor ↓ burnout)
Supportive environment (Culture alignment key)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
4d ago
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