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Mental Health Specialist 2 - Respite
Eliot Community Human Services INC · 🇺🇸 Wakefield
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 11 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest May 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 4 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Eliot Community Human Services INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles10 certified filings for “CBHC Clinician” (Mental Health Counselors) in MA: $65k–$70k, median $68k. Most were filed at wage level III (50%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Eliot Community Human Services INC
The US Department of Labor certified 11 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest May 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 4 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the 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 Schedule: • Tuesday-Saturday, 3pm-11pm • Sunday 8am-6pm, Monday 9am-7pm, Friday 9am-7pm, Saturday 8am-6pm (40 hrs) 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.