Are you looking to help Connecticut in a time of need?  

Do you want to serve some of our most vulnerable populations?  

If so, come Make an ImpaCT by serving our state! Read below and apply today!  

WHO WE ARE: The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect and self-sufficiency in those we serve.  

WHAT WE CAN OFFER  

State of Connecticut employees participate in a competitive comprehensive benefits plan that includes:  

• Industry leading health benefits, including medical and dental coverage;  
• Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings;  
• Paid time off - including 13 paid holidays per calendar year;  
• Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities; and  
• A healthy work-life balance to all employees!  

*Benefit offerings will vary with part-time positions.  

THE ROLES:  

• We are seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our teams to improve the well-being of our clients/patients.  
• These positions are full time or part time and are located throughout the state.  
• We offer flexible work shifts/schedules to accommodate work-life balance.  
• Some positions may be hazardous duty.  

These positions are in the following facilities and can be assigned any unit/location:  

• Capitol Region Mental Health Center (Hartford)  
• Connecticut Mental Health Center (New Haven)  
• Connecticut Valley Hospital (Middletown and Hartford)  
• River Valley Services (Middletown)  
• Southeastern Mental Health Authority (Norwich)  
• Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (Bridgeport)  
• Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (Danbury, Torrington, Waterbury)  
• *Whiting Forensic Hospital, including Dutcher Services (Middletown)  

*Whiting Forensic Hospital (WFH) cares for patients under the jurisdiction of the Psychiatric Security Review Board (PSRB), patients committed by the superior court for competency restoration and civil patients in need of maximum security psychiatric treatment. We strive to empower our staff to actively help our state's citizens and our neighbors who need it the most! We care deeply about fulfilling our mission to partner with the individuals we support and their families. We welcome you to be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals and assist our clients/patients so they can achieve success.  

Living in the State of Connecticut: Living in Connecticut allows you to live with mountains, forests, ocean fronts, rivers, and a wonderful green countryside right at your doorstep. The state has charm, elegance, and a high standard of living. Our school systems offer an outstanding education, and our communities are among the safest in the country. Connecticut experiences all four seasons, and gives you the option to choose living in sophisticated country-life or living in the center of a lively city. We encourage you to come see all that Connecticut has to offer by joining DMHAS!