Mental Health Specialist 2 - Respite

eliotcommunityhumanservices· North Shore Respite
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📍 Danvers💰 USD 21–21

About this role

Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change

At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.

Benefits at Eliot

We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:

  • Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
  • Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
  • Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
  • Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
  • Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development

Eliot is seeking dedicated Mental Health Specialists II to join our team in providing Respite services to adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses. Eliot’s Respite program is a short term restorative service that assists clients with obtaining and maintaining community living.  As a Respite Mental Health Specialist, you will be responsible for providing individualized supports that assist with stabilization and successful community transition. Our ideal candidate will have the skills to establish supportive relationships, excellent communication, crisis management and problem solving skills.     

Responsibilities:


  • Assist clients with skill development for activities of daily living
  • Collaborate with clients and staff to develop and achieve short term goals
  • Provide interventions focused on problem-solving, crisis management, skills training, behavior modeling, optimism, and encouragement
  • Assist clients with developing coping skills to include medication administration
  • Support clients in accessing and utilizing community resources and services to include the participation in community activities
  • Administer and monitor consumer medications in accordance with agency, DMH and DPH regulations, polices and procedures
  • Maintain CPR, First Aid, MAP and other training certifications as required by the agency and DMH

Qualifications:

  • Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field
  • Experience working with adults with mental illness
  • Valid Massachusetts drivers license 

Schedules:

  • Sunday-Thursday, 3pm-11pm
  • Tuesday-Thursday, 2pm-10pm, Saturday & Sunday, 3pm-11pm
Hourly Rate
$20.50$20.50 USD

At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.

Apply today and make a difference.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Mental Health Specialist 2 - Respite role at eliotcommunityhumanservices?
The listed salary for this Mental Health Specialist 2 - Respite position at eliotcommunityhumanservices is USD 21–21. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Mental Health Specialist 2 - Respite position at eliotcommunityhumanservices located?
This Mental Health Specialist 2 - Respite role at eliotcommunityhumanservices is based in Danvers. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Mental Health Specialist 2 - Respite at eliotcommunityhumanservices belong to?
This Mental Health Specialist 2 - Respite position is part of the North Shore Respite department at eliotcommunityhumanservices. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Mental Health Specialist 2 - Respite position at eliotcommunityhumanservices?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to eliotcommunityhumanservices's official application portal hosted on greenhouse where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Mental Health Specialist 2 - Respite job at eliotcommunityhumanservices posted?
This Mental Health Specialist 2 - Respite position at eliotcommunityhumanservices was posted on May 29, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Mental Health Specialist 2 - Respite
eliotcommunityhumanservices · 💰 USD 21–21
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