Licensed Professional Counselor jobs at State of Connecticut - 27 jobs

Introduction Do you want to utilize your skills and make a difference? Are you ready to take the next step in your career? If so, please read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity! The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is currently seeking dedicated and experienced Professional Counselors to join our team. We provide an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, and effective services that promote dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency. At Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH), we offer opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals across our Addiction Services Division and Behavioral Health Division. CVH fosters a collaborative, supportive environment where team members work together to create life-changing outcomes for those we serve. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: Position Number: 142555 39 Tynan Circle Middletown, CT Unit: ASD Merritt 2DE 1st shift, 40 hours, Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM Position Number: 142254 39 Tynan Circle Middletown, CT Unit: ASD Merritt 2DE 1st shift, 40 hours, Sunday-Thursday 8AM-4:30PM Position Number: 144257 1000 Silver Street Middletown, CT Unit: ASD Merritt 2DE 2nd Shift, 40 hours, Sunday-Thursday 12PM-8:30PM WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and development opportunities. A healthy work/life balance to all employees DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO: Engage in a rewarding career; Showcase your talents in a meaningful role; Thrive in an exciting environment; Provide support to a division that is passionate about the work we do. The Role: The Professional Counselor position offers the opportunity to provide meaningful clinical care within an acute psychiatric hospital setting, supporting individuals with complex behavioral health needs as they work toward stabilization and recovery. The role involves delivering active treatment and comprehensive discharge planning for patients in a 22-bed unit, ensuring continuity of care and successful transitions to community-based services. As a key member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, the Professional Counselor conducts psychosocial assessments, develops and implements individualized treatment plans, and provides clinical services such as crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, and care coordination. The position emphasizes collaboration, professional judgment, and the use of community resources to promote patient strengths, improve outcomes, and support timely movement to the least restrictive level of care. This role is ideal for a counselor who is passionate about recovery-oriented care, teamwork, and making a direct impact in an acute behavioral health environment. MORE ABOUT US: 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. CVH's vision and mission is to promote recovery through collaborative, compassionate, and culturally competent treatment in a safe, healthy, and caring environment. We provide trauma informed gender responsive treatment that empowers individuals to manage recovery, improve quality of life and return to the community. Please note: A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing ***************. Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply' or ‘Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at ****************** QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Julie Barker at *******************. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency behavioral health program as part of a multi-disciplinary team at one or more locations this class is accountable for independently providing clinical counseling services. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES As a member of a multi-disciplinary clinical team or within a network of community based behavioral health services, provides case management, needs assessment and supportive counseling in addressing client strengths, weaknesses and needs; Develops, implements and maintains individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans for clients; Works with treatment teams to assist individual patients in achieving social and emotional stability; Develops psychosocial assessments through clinical interviews; Provides clinical treatment services such as: triage, crisis intervention, individual and/or group counseling, screening and planning; Makes use of available community services and facilities to assist clients in meeting identified needs; Interprets and synthesizes client information, professional observations and evaluation reports in order to form professional judgments about services; Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of treatment plans, documents treatment in clinical records; Completes reports in accordance with agency and accrediting bodies; Consults and collaborates with other behavioral health providers to improve delivery of services to clients; Maintains counseling treatment and standards as required; Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Knowledge of principles, methodology, casework and techniques of counseling, interviewing and psychosocial assessment; family and interpersonal relationship dynamics; values, sanctions, purposes and ethics of professional counseling work; community resources; Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Ability to devise and implement a treatment plan with measurable goals that address client needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Licensure as a professional counselor in the State of Connecticut. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working independently and self-directed. Experience utilizing oral and written communication skills. Experience with organizational and time management skills. Experience utilizing interpersonal skills and maintaining a professional manner. Experience using evidence-based practices in the treatment of substance use disorders. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice professional counselor work pursuant to Sec. 20-195 (aa-jj) of the Connecticut General Statutes. Incumbents in this class may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in certain designated positions. Incumbents in this class may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communication in certain designated positions. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some risk of injury from assaultive and/or abusive clients. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Introduction The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC) is seeking to fill a position for a highly motivated Professional Counselor at Corrigan Correctional Center in Montville. What we can offer you * NEW: Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page! * Professional growth and development opportunities. * A healthy work/life balance to all employees. * A Hazardous Duty pension plan (State Employees Retirement System Tier IV). Position highlights Licensed Professional Counselors within the correctional setting provide a range of clinical and case management functions to those entering the custody of the Department of Correction. In this position you will discover the opportunity to: * Work within a clinically rich setting; * Provide intake assessments, individual psychotherapy and group therapy, crisis management, suicide risk assessment, case management services and other clinical activities; * Engage in collaborative discharge planning with external support services and research driven programming; * Additional opportunities to engage in collaborative discharge planning with external support services and research driven programming, are also encouraged and available. Professional Counselors at the Corrigan Correctional Center work within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team comprised of social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists and APRNs, as well as medical personnel and custody staff, all sharing the common goal of providing high quality, service-oriented care. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position on 2nd shift. Schedule is Monday-Friday between 2:00pm and 10:00pm, with rotating weekends and holidays. About us Our Mission: The DOC shall strive to be a global leader in progressive correctional practices and partnered re-entry initiatives to support responsive evidence-based practices aligned to law-abiding and accountable behaviors. Safety and security shall be a priority component of this responsibility as it pertains to staff, victims, citizens and offenders. Corrigan Correctional Center confines both pretrial and sentenced offenders. It serves superior courts in Danielson, New London, Norwich and Windham. Programs offered to offenders in the Corrigan Correctional Center include an extensive anger management curriculum for inmates with a history of violent tendencies. A close monitoring unit is maintained in order to segregate those offenders who have been classified as members of gangs. In this unit, cultural and gang awareness programs are offered to encourage offender insight into the negative aspects of gang participation. A full complement of educational and addiction services programming is also offered. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: * Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. * Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. * Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. * Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. * Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing ***************. * Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. * Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: * Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). * Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! * Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. * The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. * Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at ****************** QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Mackenzie Robinson at *************************. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency behavioral health program as part of a multi-disciplinary team at one or more locations this class is accountable for independently providing clinical counseling services. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES * As a member of a multi-disciplinary clinical team or within a network of community based behavioral health services, provides case management, needs assessment and supportive counseling in addressing client strengths, weaknesses and needs; * Develops, implements and maintains individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans for clients; * Works with treatment teams to assist individual patients in achieving social and emotional stability; * Develops psychosocial assessments through clinical interviews; * Provides clinical treatment services such as: triage, crisis intervention, individual and/or group counseling, screening and planning; * Makes use of available community services and facilities to assist clients in meeting identified needs; * Interprets and synthesizes client information, professional observations and evaluation reports in order to form professional judgments about services; * Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of treatment plans, documents treatment in clinical records; * Completes reports in accordance with agency and accrediting bodies; * Consults and collaborates with other behavioral health providers to improve delivery of services to clients; * Maintains counseling treatment and standards as required; * Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY * Knowledge of * principles, methodology, casework and techniques of counseling, interviewing and psychosocial assessment; * family and interpersonal relationship dynamics; * values, sanctions, purposes and ethics of professional counseling work; * community resources; * Considerable * interpersonal skills; * oral and written communication skills; * Ability to devise and implement a treatment plan with measurable goals that address client needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Licensure as a professional counselor in the State of Connecticut. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Correctional or Forensic Behavioral health treatment experience. * Experience with crisis intervention. * Experience with behavior management. * Experience with individual and group psychotherapy. * Experience with criminal justice involved adults. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS * Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice professional counselor work pursuant to Sec. 20-195 (aa-jj) of the Connecticut General Statutes. * Incumbents in this class may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in certain designated positions. * Incumbents in this class may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communication in certain designated positions. * Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some risk of injury from assaultive and/or abusive clients. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

This position is reserved for an experienced human service professional who works with a considerable degree of independence. This position provides administrative support to the Family Center while providing coordination of all basic human needs services and, assistance with center recruitment, marketing, and community involvement, and case management services. This person will facilitate healthy relationship, responsible parenting and economic stability groups. GENERAL DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES: Outreach Duties: * Works with agency staff to market programs to parents and or area stakeholders to ensure all programs reach full capacity. * Distribute calendars and flyers monthly for up-coming events at the center * Participate in area events and meetings to market programs and promote collaborations Retention Duties: * Intakes all program participants to assess the comprehensive needs of families * Refers and advocates for families to ensure that they get the support services they need such as but not limited to mental health, health, health insurance, housing, food, energy assistance, and employment. * Provides a peer to peer model of support to all families to effectively meet their needs Center Duties: * Provides program and administrative support to all center programs * Provides early childhood programming for children * Provides parenting education to families * Coordinates all of the center's basic human needs programs and services * Completes required documentation for family assessments and evaluation materials for reporting * Provides case management services, maintaining detailed records for each family * Maintain the cleanliness and order of the center and materials. * Collaborates with other community providers to bring diverse and needed programs to the center * Attend trainings and meetings Fatherhood Duties: * Exhibits leadership in Fatherhood activities in the assigned area. * Provides direct services including but not limited to case management services and facilitating healthy relationship, responsible parenting and economic stability groups. * Completes all necessary paperwork for direct service activity. * Ensures and maintain up to date, complete and confidential client records in Apricot 360. * Provides leadership with program outreach, recruitment and client retention. * Promotes the activities and services of the local Fatherhood Project within the local community * Participates in local and statewide initiatives to promote fatherhood * Participates in ongoing training (enhancing personal skills and knowledge) to remain current in the literature and promising practices and to provide up-to date information * Models effective approaches and encourages positive change through reflective practice PQI Functions o Ensure the consistent accurate collection of the data o Identify patterns and trends for program o Use results of data to inform supervisor of trends that may impact services o Accept and carry out other related duties upon request QUALIFICATIONS: Associates Degree, preferably in a human services, early childhood education, social work or related field preferred. Or a High School/GED with knowledge of Community Resources. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * Proficient in Microsoft environment, notably Word, Excel and Outlook. * Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) strongly encouraged. * Cultural competence. Must value the differences and integration of cultural attitudes, beliefs, and practices into programming. * Must have networking abilities, knowledge of child development, family focus best practice, ability to establish community partnerships and knowledge of resources. * The candidate must have high levels of personal characteristics including, but not limited to the following: enthusiasm, competency, empathy, and warmth. The candidate must also be firm but fair, encourage self-efficacy and model pro-social beliefs. * The candidate must be flexible, with a high degree of motivation, exercise good judgment, and be able to work independently.

JOB TITLE: Family Service Worker PROGRAM/DEPT: Early Childhood Division REPORTS TO: Education and Family Services Manager GRADE/CLASSIFICATION : Regular Full Time FLSA: Non-exempt Description: To establish partnerships with families and support them in the identification and attainment of their family and individual goals and objectives; to partner with teaching staff and other components areas in engaging families in the life of the Head Start/School Readiness Program and to monitor service quality to children and families. Primary Duties and Responsibilities (others may be assigned based upon program needs): Establish positive and continuous relationships with families and develop strength-based assessments that describe their goals, strengths, resources and support network. Serve families representing different cultures using a culturally competent and flexible approach. Promote children's health development and interactive learning at home. Engage parents in volunteering, community service and other ways of contributing to program activities and services. Research and maintain up to date information on community resources. Match family needs with community resources in collaboration with area specialists as necessary. Advocate for families and support them in advocating for themselves. Assist with transitions to other programs, communities and schools. Assist parents with transportation needs through a variety of strategies. Provide appropriate and timely referrals to community resources. Coach, consult and educate parents. Assess crisis situations and ensure safety of all parties involved. Function as a mandated reporter on behalf of children about whom there is the suspicion of abuse or neglect. Facilitate all Quality Service Review meetings (QSR's) with teaching staff for the purpose of mutually sharing relevant home and school information toward the goal of quality, timely service provision to all children and families in the program. Participate in case management to promote service integration. Contact parents via home visits, phone calls, group activities or site visits, as needed, to promote partnership and to provide for regular communications. Conduct timely follow-up with authorities, other agencies and with families, when appropriate, to determine child and/or family status as an avenue to individualizing services from the program. Work with program managers of health, mental health and disabilities, and child development in order to follow-up and ensure holistic service delivery. Promote and support parent involvement and leadership throughout the program. Provide assistance in coordinating and facilitating parent meetings and activities. Participate in conducting outreach, recruitment and enrollment of children and families. Monitor and report children's classroom attendance and make follow-up phone calls or home visits after three absences. Participate in pre-service and in-service training days, as well as other workshops deemed necessary by the Administration. Provide assistance to the Disabilities & Mental health Manager or the Health & Nutrition Manager in the monitoring of files, managing enrollment applications, and mentoring staff, particularly new staff as required. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: An Associate's Degree in Social Service, Human/Family Services or a related field; prefer a minimum of 3 years working with families. Family Service Credential a plus. Skills: Knowledge of theories and practice of social work, counseling or human services. Must possess personal qualities necessary to relate to parents and staff. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must have strong documentation skills. Physical Requirements: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard Ability to kneel, stoop, bend, and sit on the floor. Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds. Language Requirements: Ability to read, write and speak English, bilingual a plus When duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and changed based upon changes to program or organization's priorities. HRA of New Britain, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabilities/Vets.

As a Case Manager for the New Haven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, you will be making a difference in the lives of our clients, and connecting with the community in a meaningful way. This opportunity enhances and improves the lives of those in need, as well as the surrounding community. Our clients are in need of connection as they navigate mental health and substance use issues. Using a trauma-informed approach, the role will provide access to healthcare, housing, benefits, and community resources. This role offers the ability to both provide quality services and develop a new role within our clinic. There is leeway to create and implement processes to best address the needs of our clients. What your day will look like: * Work with clients to formulate mutually agreed-on and measurable service plan goals and objectives. * Conduct a comprehensive assessments of client's service needs and assist with linkage to appropriate resources, coordination of services, and evaluation of those services in meeting those needs. * Encourage increased independence and recovery of clients * Connect with local agencies to develop strong working relationships and increase knowledge about available resources for clients. * May conduct presentations in the community to promote the program and recruit clients. * Successfully engage clients in services as demonstrated by client service plan completion rates, maintained or increased client functioning and client completion of service plan objectives. * Record case activity within required timeframes according to agency procedures and requirements * Understand and follow agency policies and procedures. * Participate in ongoing supervision, consultation, staff meetings, and appropriate training. * Provide psycho education to clients * Other duties as developed with the Program Supervisor and/or Clinical Director QUALIFICATIONS: * Associates Degree, preferably in a human service field or High School/GED with knowledge of Community Resources. * Excellent oral and written communication and computer skills. The candidate must have the ability to use computer programs including Microsoft Word and Excel * Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage families from diverse social and ethnic backgrounds * Strong organizational skills to handle varied duties and responsibilities * Demonstrated ability to be creative, innovative and resourceful * Bi-lingual/Cross-cultural experience is required. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Catholic Charities offers access to a comprehensive array of benefits, including: For Good Health: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance For a Secure Future: Life, AD&D and Long-term disability insurance For Retirement: 403(b) Plan, with employer matching contributions for eligible employees For Career Advancement: Training and development opportunities For Work Life Balance: Generous paid time off; including 14 paid holidays, vacation and sick time. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free and confidential counseling for employee and immediate family Catholic Charities Inc., Archdiocese of Hartford is in compliance with all applicable discrimination laws. All hiring, promoting, and transferring is done on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to membership in any protected class. EEO/ AA/ M-F/ VET/ DISABLED.

The Case Manager (CM) provides outreach, initial assessment, advocacy, case planning, service coordination, and case management for families referred to the TANF CM program with significant barriers to employment. JOB EXPECTATIONS: * Follows all TANF CM policies and procedures * Uses a client-centered, strength-based approach to case management services * Provides culturally and linguistically appropriate case management services to families * Represents TANF CM program professionally within the program and in the community * Maintains a positive and respectful work attitude * Communicates proactively with TANF CM Regional Coordinator and other regional CMs * Utilizes the Efforts to Outcomes (ETO) web-based data management system to document all case work in TANF CM program * Actively participates as a member of the regional TANF CM team * Commits to professional growth and development * Possesses a valid driver' license and has access to a personal vehicle for regional and statewide travel SPECIFIC DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: * Conducts targeted outreach to locate assigned TANF CM referred families within designated program time frames * Engages located families in TANF CM services in alignment with expected program outcome standards * Provides intensive, client-centered, in-home and/or community-based case management * Performs initial client assessments and updated assessments within designated program time frames * Works with clients to develop and implement clear and relevant goals using the Family Development Plan designed to assist clients in overcoming barriers to employment * Establishes and maintains relationships with local/regional staff from state departments, workforce development boards and others who make referrals to the program * Teaches clients budgeting, money management, shopping, banking, and other necessary life skills through direct instruction and/or modeling * Assists clients in forming and/or fulfilling an employment plan either through the Jobs First services or on an individual basis for non-Jobs First eligible clients * Assists clients in problem solving * Reviews client assessments with TANF CM Regional Coordinator to determine level of service * Refers clients to appropriate community services based on identified barriers to employment and other family needs * Works with the Regional Coordinator to assess needs for any emergency situations, e.g. domestic violence, child abuse, or acute behavioral health needs * Advocates for clients to maintain or re-establish state benefits and for clients to access needed services * Communicates regularly with the DSS/DOL case worker, and provides them periodic updates and closing status reports as appropriate * Accurately documents case work daily utilizing Efforts to Outcomes (ETO) * Performs other reasonable duties as requested by TANF CM Regional Coordinator and/or TANF CM Agency Supervisor * PQI FUNCTIONS: * Ensure the consistent accurate collection of the data * Identify patterns and trends for program * Use results of data to inform supervisor of trends that may impact services QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS in a human service field with two (2) years relevant experience (preferred), Associates or equivalent with over five (5) years of directly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of BA/BS. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES: * Thorough knowledge of TFA/TANF eligibility criteria and services * Significant knowledge of regional community-based services for low and no income families * Demonstrated ability to work with culturally and linguistically diverse families * Demonstrated ability in client-centered, home-based case management services * Demonstrated ability in teaching basic life and employability skills to adults * Demonstrated ability in creating and implementing individualized service plans * Ability to work well independently * Ability to maintain a flexible schedule, to include non-traditional hours (nights/weekends) * Dedicated to promoting cultural wellness on the job * Demonstrated basic computer literacy, ability to work in a Windows environment, and utilization of mobile devices * Demonstrated ability to work in a team approach

An adoption search and reunion case manager helps people reconnect with birth relatives and navigate the post-adoption process. They conduct both identifying and non-identifying searches for the birth parents of adult adoptees upon request. The adoption search and reunion case manager utilizes social media and other databases to conduct the searches and then, with appropriate permissions, they will connect the adult adoptee and birth parent(s) and help facilitate the process. They may also provide guidance on how to maintain relationships with birth families after a reunion. GENERAL RESPONSBILITIES AND DUTIES: * Provide guidance to adopted persons and birth families on the search process by addressing concerns of both adopted persons who are searching for birth parents or other birth relatives and birth parents who want to locate a child who was adopted. * Prepare people for adoption search and reunion, explaining the purpose of the search, and obtaining their consent to share information via email, phone and/or certified mail * Locate and review client file as part of the search process, including adoption records, birth certificates, medical records, court documents, and other relevant databases to identify potential biological family members. * Ensure all the required paperwork and consents are completed, ensuring all participants' rights are protected and verifying identity through documentation and cross-referencing information to ensure accuracy. * Conduct both identifying and non-identifying searches for birth parents ad adult adoptees using tools such as Locate Plus, Ancestry.com and others * Maintain good communication with all individuals throughout the search process * Help people navigate post-reunion relationships with birth families * Collect and process all client fees associated with searches * Adhere to state and federal laws regarding adoption records access, respecting privacy concerns, and maintaining confidentiality throughout the search process. * Keep up to date with state and federal laws regarding adoption records access and disclosure. * Track all searches and status of completion * Other duties as assigned by the program supervisor PQI Functions * Ensure and monitor the consistent collection of data by direct reports * Identify patterns and trends of program services * Compare data outcomes against established agency benchmarks * Develop and implement improvement plans as needed, eliminating any identified problems * Use results of data to inform decision making QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in the human services field. Master's degree in clinical field preferred. Experience working with families, experience with adoption preferred EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Catholic Charities offers access to a comprehensive array of benefits, including: For Good Health: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance For a Secure Future: Life, AD&D and Long-term disability insurance For Retirement: 403(b) Plan, with employer matching contributions for eligible employees For Career Advancement: Training and development opportunities and for Licensed Clinicians ability to apply for the education Loan Forgiveness Program under The National Services Health Corp. For Work Life Balance: Generous paid time off; including vacation and sick time. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free and confidential counseling Catholic Charities Inc., Archdiocese of Hartford is in compliance with all applicable discrimination laws. All hiring, promoting, and transferring is done on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to membership in any protected class. EEO/ AA/ M-F/ VET/ DISABLED.

Children's Learning Centers of Fairfield County (CLC), formerly Childcare Learning Centers, is a leading comprehensive family services program providing inventive education and care to young children, birth through 5, while also providing comprehensive services for its families. CLC is currently looking to enhance its Family Service Team with a Family Service Worker. Primary role - Responsible for the family and community engagement program services of the Head Start and Early Head Start Program. Family Service Worker: Implement a family engagement approach per the Head Start Program Performance Standards that supports family well-being. Engage families in the family partnership process to support family well-being, including family safety, health, and economic stability to support child learning and development. Develop trusting and respectful relationships with families that support ongoing two-way communication with parents to create a welcoming program environment. Collaborate with parents on the family partnership process, and engage families in activities to promote children's learning and development, as well as implement practices to support father engagement. Manage a caseload of up to 40 families. Ensure family needs are met through follow-up and goal setting, and track progress towards the family's meeting their goals. Conduct family engagement services in the family's preferred language, and be respectful of the family's cultural, ethnic, and linguistic background. Support parents in strengthening their parenting skills by engaging them in a research-based parenting curriculum. Offer home visiting support to families. Provide resources to families on basic needs, emergency services (DV, homelessness, etc.), vocational, and employment agencies, ESL programs, and family counseling, and assure that their needs are met through follow-up. Follow all CT Mandated Reporter guidelines for suspicion of child abuse and neglect. Conduct agency-wide mandated reporter training as scheduled. Ensure the provision of comprehensive services for children and families by working collaboratively with the CLC education, health, nutrition, and disabilities/mental health staff. Schedule and participate in quarterly multi-disciplinary team meetings/social services meetings. Monitor children's attendance daily and follow up on chronic absenteeism Maintain children's records, and ensure confidential record-keeping. Document all communication with families, and enter child/family data in the program's online database system. Participate in community activities such as agency fairs to recruit Head Start/Early Head Start families, door-to-door advertisement, represent CLC/HS/EHS in collaborative projects with local community agencies, and conduct presentations on the comprehensive services offered by the Head Start Program. Participate actively in group supervision, one-to-one supervision, and professional development training opportunities to enhance skills to promote positive family outcomes. Required to meet all deadlines for program/agency reports. Responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of income-eligible families, reserving at least 10% of slots for children with disabilities. All other additional duties as assigned by the direct supervisor or the Head Start Director. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Human Services/Social Work or Associate's Degree in Human Services/Social Work with 2 years of related work experience. Ability to travel throughout Stamford, valid driver's license, ability to prioritize and multi-task, required to work closely with families and community agencies, strong interpersonal skills required. Bilingual Preferred Benefits: As an employee of CLC you will enjoy a creative work environment with competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package including Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401(k), generous vacation, sick time, and personal time, major Federal Holidays including the week of Christmas, weather related closings, Employee Assistance Program, and more. 15 Days of accrued Vacation and 12 days of accrued Sick time and 2 Days of personal time. Background Check and Drug Test is required. Established in 1902, Children's Learning Centers of Fairfield County (CLC) is the third largest not-for-profit provider of Early Childhood Education in the State of Connecticut. CLC's vision is to enrich the community as the leader in early childhood development by providing comprehensive, high quality early childhood education and care programs for all families. Nearly a thousand children are served though its Early Head Start, Head Start, Child Development, and School Readiness programs throughout Stamford, CT. To learn more about CLC please visit our website: ********************* EOE committed to diversity in the workplace.

Catholic Charities is seeking Fee for Service Licensed Clinicians This is a clinical practice position with limited supervisory responsibility for interns only and is reserved for the person who has demonstrated two years of competent clinical practice following graduate school in accordance with licensing, certification and accreditation standards. Regular supervision with a casework supervisor of a BHW III or Management I or higher is required. Workers of this classification are expected to be capable of managing a full range and volume of agency cases and to demonstrate knowledge of agency policies and procedures, clinical best practice principles and methods, and knowledge of community resources. The individual is expected to embrace the co-occurring treatment philosophy which integrates a strength based, child/family centered, trauma informed, culturally competent, and recovery oriented philosophy. The staff will carry a broad range of cases through which an increasing knowledge of clinical best practice principles and methods, and knowledge of community resources is demonstrated. GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide quality clinical services for a full range and volume of agency cases under regular supervision. Successfully engage clients in services as demonstrated by client treatment completion rates, increased client functioning and client completion of treatment plan objectives. Formulate psychosocial evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment plans with supervisory support. Demonstrate an increasing comprehension of the dynamics of human behavior, family systems, substance abuse, co-occurring disorders and appropriate intervention techniques. Provide treatment services appropriate to the personal and cultural identity and language of the client. Consistently evaluates and treats co- occurring disorders with using a standardized co-occurring assessment tool focusing on both substance abuse and mental health disorders Provides specific documentation of history and chronology of both mental health and substance abuse disorders; Treatment plans routinely address mental health and substance abuse disorders equivalently and in specific detail Treatment interventions in addition to medications are used to address mental health disorders. Provide integrated evidence based practice to clients as evidenced by supervisor observation, case presentations and audio or video taped sessions with clients. Determine the client's readiness for treatment and change as well as the needs of others involved in the current situation. Formulate mutually agreed-on and measurable treatment goals and objectives. Carry out appropriate treatment plans, according to agency best practice standards, and evaluate the progress throughout treatment and at termination. Provide assessment and treatment through individual, family and group treatment modalities while tailoring the helping strategies and treatment modalities to the client's stage of change or recovery. Integrate evidence based practice into client service delivery. Perform 100% of assigned productivity expectation Consistently evaluate and treat co-occurring disorders and link to appropriate supports. Adhere to professional ethical and behavioral standards of conduct to maintain professional standards and safeguard the client. Locate and coordinate the provision of appropriate supportive services and community resources as appropriate. Provide advocacy services on behalf of client when appropriate. Demonstrate respect and nonjudgmental attitudes toward clients in all contacts with clients, community professionals and agencies. Record case activity within required timeframes according to agency procedures and requirements. Attend staff meetings and appropriate training sessions. May participate in agency studies and research projects. May supervise interns. Monitors performance of the interns supervised. Monitoring includes assignment, coverage and flow of service cases within one's program(s). Responsible for supervisees' implementation of program policies and procedures including reports and documentation. Interprets agency services to clients and community. Understand and follow agency policies and procedures. Participate in ongoing supervision, consultation, staff meetings, and appropriate training. Maintain clinical license. QUALIFICATIONS State of Connecticut Professional License related to behavioral health (LCSW, LPC, LMFT or Licensed Psychologist), master's degree in the human services field and two years post graduate work. Candidate must meet certification and licensure standards established by the State of Connecticut and the Council on Accreditation. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Catholic Charities offers access to a comprehensive array of benefits, including: For Retirement: 403(b) Plan, with employer matching contributions for eligible employees For Career Advancement: Training and development opportunities and for Licensed Clinicians ability to apply for the education Loan Forgiveness Program under The National Services Health Corp. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free and confidential counseling

Catholic Charities is seeking two Bilingual Clinician I or Clinician II for one of the CCBHC sites located at Catholic Charities, Institute for Hispanic Families. Clinician position within a CCBHC integrated care location located at the Institute for Hispanic Families in Hartford, CT. Clinicians work within a multi-disciplinary treatment team that involves physical health and mental health leadership. This position directly reports the IHF Clinical Director. Clinicians will be assigned as the primary clinician for a case load of adults and/or child clients and their caretakers. Clinicians may be assigned open access biopsychosocial evaluations, present cases to an integrated treatment team, develop individualized integrated treatment plans, provide therapeutic services of individual, group, and/or family services, refer cases for case management or community based services, connect clients to medication assisted therapy (MAT), and coordinate discharge planning at time of goal achievement. The clinician is expected to embrace the co-occurring treatment philosophy which integrates a strength based, child/family centered, trauma informed, culturally competent, and recovery oriented philosophy. GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide quality clinical services using CBT, DBT, MI, EMDR, Solution-Focused, or other interventions to treat an urban client population. Successfully engage clients in services as demonstrated by client treatment completion rates, increased client functioning and client achievement of treatment plan goals and objectives. Conduct biopsychosocial evaluations, diagnose, create clinical formulations, and create individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the client. Demonstrate competence with behavior modification, family systems, substance abuse, co-occurring disorders and appropriate therapeutic techniques. Provide treatment services appropriate to the personal and cultural identity and language of the client. Consistently evaluates and update client progress using standardized assessment measures. Present, document, and relay case presentations to a multi-disciplinary treatment team that includes medical and psychiatric providers and agency leadership. Adhere to professional ethical and behavioral standards of conduct to maintain professional standards and safeguard the client. Provide advocacy services on behalf of client when appropriate. Demonstrate respect and nonjudgmental attitudes toward clients in all contacts with clients, community professionals and agencies. Document within a EMR system all client services within required timeframes according to agency policy and procedures. Attend staff meetings, client team meetings, supervision, and appropriate training sessions as scheduled. Maintain clinical licensure if Clinician II and work towards licensure if Clinician I. Accept and carry out other related duties upon request. QUALIFICATIONS Clinician II-State of Connecticut Professional License issued by the Department of Public Health related to behavioral health (LCSW, LPC, and LMFT.), master's degree in the human services field and two plus years post graduate work. Clinician I-State of Connecticut Department of Public Health Associate credential required (LPC-A, LMFT-A) or LMSW to practice. Candidate must meet certification and licensure standards established by the State of Connecticut and the Council on Accreditation. This position offers Bonus over a period of time. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Catholic Charities offers access to a comprehensive array of benefits, including: For Good Health: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance For a Secure Future: Life, AD&D and Long-term disability insurance For Retirement: 403(b) Plan, with employer matching contributions for eligible employees For Career Advancement: Training and development opportunities and for Licensed Clinicians ability to apply for the education Loan Forgiveness Program under The National Services Health Corp. For Work Life Balance: Generous paid time off; including vacation and sick time. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free and confidential counseling Catholic Charities Inc., Archdiocese of Hartford is in compliance with all applicable discrimination laws. All hiring, promoting, and transferring is done on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to membership in any protected class. EEO/ AA/ M-F/ VET/ DISABLED.

Are you looking to have an impact on people's lives through recovery? If so, we are looking for you! Our Master's level Fee for Service (FFS) clinicians are a part of a small but dedicated team using evidence-based, culturally competent interventions to influence change in people's lives. The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in the mental health and/or substance use field, and should have some familiarity with the latest ASAM criteria standards. Clinically, the individual is expected to provide services through a co-occurring treatment philosophy which integrates a strengths based, client-centered, trauma informed, and recovery-oriented philosophy. The candidate willcarry a small caseload of clients with a primary diagnosis of substance use, and provide a minimum of five hours weekly. Come join our team! General duties and responsibilities: Provide quality clinical group and individual services under supervision Engage clients through services to a successful completion as demonstrated by increased client functioning, and completion of treatment plan. Provide quality, comprehensive documentation of both mental health and substance use disorders, interventions used, and goals accomplished in accordance with state regulations. Determine client's readiness for change and work through any barriers to obtaining his or her treatment goals Maintain open communication with referral source, highlighting any issues or non-compliance as necessary. Integrate evidence-based practices into client service delivery. Adhere to clinic goals and timelines by remaining in compliance with timely service delivery May attend staff meetings and relevant training sessions as required by the agency. Maintain clinical license throughout employment. Other duties as developed with the Program Supervisor or Director Qualifications: State of Connecticut Professional license: Master's level clinical degree and a minimum of an associate- level State of Connecticut Professional License (LMSW, LPC-A, etc.). Full state of Connecticut licensure strongly preferred (LPC, LCSW, LADC). Compensation will be commensurate to experience and licensure. Catholic Charities Inc., Archdiocese of Hartford is in compliance with all applicable discrimination laws. All hiring, promoting, and transferring is done on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to membership in any protected class. EEO/ AA/ M-F/ VET/ DISABLED.

Introduction Do you want to utilize your skills and make a difference? If so, please read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity! The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is currently seeking four (4) qualified and experienced individuals to join our team as Clinical Social Workers. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: FACILITY: Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH) LOCATIONS: 144 Holmes Drive, Middletown or 39 Tynan Circle, Middletown PCN DIVISION SHIFT HOURS PER WEEK SCHEDULE 100446 Battell 3S First 40 Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. 152119 Patient Central Services First 16 Tuesday/Thursday, 5:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M., Sunday, 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. 27390 Merrit Young Adult Services First 40 Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. 130046 Merrit 2AB Second 40 Tuesday-Saturday, 12:00 P.M. - 8:30 A.M. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU: Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page; Professional growth and development opportunities; and A healthy work/life balance to all employees! *16 hour positions are not benefits eligible. DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO: Engage in a rewarding career; Showcase your talents in a meaningful role; and Provide support to a division that is passionate about the work we do. ABOUT US: 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. CVH opened in 1868 as the State's public hospital for the treatment of persons with mental illness. Throughout its history, it has experienced the multitude of medical, social and political changes affecting such facilities. In 1995, the Governor and General Assembly through a statewide restructuring of services for persons with psychological and addiction disabilities called for a renewed commitment to specialized treatment at CVH by expanding community options for patients and staff while closing two other hospitals and consolidating inpatient services here. The hospital became the amalgamation of four formerly freestanding psychiatric hospitals, four freestanding substance use disorder treatment facilities, and one maximum security hospital. Then in 2010, the former Cedarcrest Regional Hospital (with 2 campuses - Cedar Ridge campus in Newington and Blue Hills campus in Hartford) consolidated services with CVH. On May 1, 2018, the Whiting Forensic Division of CVH separated, creating two separate hospitals; Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH) and Whiting Forensic Hospital (WFH). Today, CVH is comprised of 17 inpatient units over two campuses (Middletown and Hartford). Please note: A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace. Start with us. Stay with us. Grow with us. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process. Please note: Annual salary range* based on weekly hours of position: Part-time hourly: $41.32 - $55.83 40 hours weekly salary: $86,261 - $116,571 BEFORE YOU APPLY: Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below. Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing ***************. Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply' or ‘Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at ****************** QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Nicole Frascatore via ************************. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency behavioral health program as part of a multi-disciplinary team at one or more locations this class is accountable for independently providing clinical social work services. OFFICE OF HEALTHCARE ADVOCATE: This class is accountable for serving as a case manager and advocate for clients that have received or need to receive behavioral health care services. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES As a member of multi-disciplinary clinical team or within a network of community-based behavioral health services develops psychosocial assessments through clinical interviews with assigned clients and families which include consideration of developmental, social and/or cultural, substance abuse, psychological, environmental and medical issues; Develops treatment plans including measurable treatment objectives; Provides clinical treatment services in the form of triage, crisis intervention, individual, group and/or family therapy, screening and planning; Advocates and develops networks of social and clinical services to assist clients in meeting identified needs; Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of treatment plans and documents treatment in clinical records; Completes reports in accordance with agency and accrediting bodies; Provides clinical supervision to Licensed Master Social Workers; Consults and collaborates with other behavioral health providers to improve delivery of services to clients; Provides forensic evaluations and court testimony as required; Maintains social work treatment and standards as required; May participate in research projects; Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Knowledge of social work methodology, casework, group work and community mobilization; family and interpersonal relationship dynamics; values, sanctions, purposes and ethics of professional social work; social, cultural, economic, medical, psychological and legal issues which influence attitudes and behaviors of clients and families; mental illnesses and approaches to treatment; Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Ability to devise and implement a treatment plan with measurable goals that address client needs; independently apply current psychiatric treatment modalities to address client needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Licensure as a clinical social worker in the State of Connecticut. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working on an inpatient psychiatric unit. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice clinical social work pursuant to Sec. 20-195 (m-z) of the Connecticut General Statutes. Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. § 1320a-7b(f). Incumbents in this class may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in certain designated positions. Incumbents in this class may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communication in certain designated positions. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Introduction Do you want to utilize your skills and make a difference? If so, please read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity! The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is currently seeking four (4) qualified and experienced individuals to join our team as Clinical Social Workers. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: * FACILITY: Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH) * LOCATIONS: 144 Holmes Drive, Middletown or 39 Tynan Circle, Middletown PCN DIVISION SHIFT HOURS PER WEEK SCHEDULE 100446 Battell 3S First 40 Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. 152119 Patient Central Services First 16 Tuesday/Thursday, 5:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M., Sunday, 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. 27390 Merrit Young Adult Services First 40 Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. 130046 Merrit 2AB Second 40 Tuesday-Saturday, 12:00 P.M. - 8:30 A.M. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU: * Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page; * Professional growth and development opportunities; and * A healthy work/life balance to all employees! * 16 hour positions are not benefits eligible. DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO: * Engage in a rewarding career; * Showcase your talents in a meaningful role; and * Provide support to a division that is passionate about the work we do. ABOUT US: 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. CVH opened in 1868 as the State's public hospital for the treatment of persons with mental illness. Throughout its history, it has experienced the multitude of medical, social and political changes affecting such facilities. In 1995, the Governor and General Assembly through a statewide restructuring of services for persons with psychological and addiction disabilities called for a renewed commitment to specialized treatment at CVH by expanding community options for patients and staff while closing two other hospitals and consolidating inpatient services here. The hospital became the amalgamation of four formerly freestanding psychiatric hospitals, four freestanding substance use disorder treatment facilities, and one maximum security hospital. Then in 2010, the former Cedarcrest Regional Hospital (with 2 campuses - Cedar Ridge campus in Newington and Blue Hills campus in Hartford) consolidated services with CVH. On May 1, 2018, the Whiting Forensic Division of CVH separated, creating two separate hospitals; Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH) and Whiting Forensic Hospital (WFH). Today, CVH is comprised of 17 inpatient units over two campuses (Middletown and Hartford). Please note: * A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. * All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace. Start with us. Stay with us. Grow with us. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process. Please note: * Annual salary range* based on weekly hours of position: * Part-time hourly: $41.32 - $55.83 * 40 hours weekly salary: $86,261 - $116,571 BEFORE YOU APPLY: * Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. * Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below. * Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. * Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. * Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing ***************. * Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. * Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: * Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). * Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! * Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. * The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. * Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at ****************** QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Nicole Frascatore via ************************. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency behavioral health program as part of a multi-disciplinary team at one or more locations this class is accountable for independently providing clinical social work services. OFFICE OF HEALTHCARE ADVOCATE: This class is accountable for serving as a case manager and advocate for clients that have received or need to receive behavioral health care services. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES * As a member of multi-disciplinary clinical team or within a network of community-based behavioral health services develops psychosocial assessments through clinical interviews with assigned clients and families which include consideration of developmental, social and/or cultural, substance abuse, psychological, environmental and medical issues; * Develops treatment plans including measurable treatment objectives; * Provides clinical treatment services in the form of triage, crisis intervention, individual, group and/or family therapy, screening and planning; * Advocates and develops networks of social and clinical services to assist clients in meeting identified needs; * Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of treatment plans and documents treatment in clinical records; * Completes reports in accordance with agency and accrediting bodies; * Provides clinical supervision to Licensed Master Social Workers; * Consults and collaborates with other behavioral health providers to improve delivery of services to clients; * Provides forensic evaluations and court testimony as required; * Maintains social work treatment and standards as required; * May participate in research projects; * Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY * Knowledge of * social work methodology, casework, group work and community mobilization; * family and interpersonal relationship dynamics; * values, sanctions, purposes and ethics of professional social work; * social, cultural, economic, medical, psychological and legal issues which influence attitudes and behaviors of clients and families; * mental illnesses and approaches to treatment; * Considerable * interpersonal skills; * oral and written communication skills; * Ability to * devise and implement a treatment plan with measurable goals that address client needs; * independently apply current psychiatric treatment modalities to address client needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Licensure as a clinical social worker in the State of Connecticut. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Experience working on an inpatient psychiatric unit. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS * Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice clinical social work pursuant to Sec. 20-195 (m-z) of the Connecticut General Statutes. * Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. § 1320a-7b(f). * Incumbents in this class may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in certain designated positions. * Incumbents in this class may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communication in certain designated positions. * Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Introduction Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic and reciprocal health care environment in the public sector? Join our team as an Advanced Clinical Social Worker to make a significant impact today! THE POSITION The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is now hiring for an Advanced Clinical Social Worker to join their team! HIGHLIGHTS FACILITY: River Valley Services (RVS) LOCATION: 351 Silver Street, Middletown, CT UNIT: Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) SCHEDULE: Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week, First Shift Friday, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 8:00am - 4:30pm Wednesday: 9:30am - 6:00pm POSITION NUMBER: 131869 WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and development opportunities A healthy work/life balance to all employees DISCOVER THE OPPPORTUNITY TO Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals; Provide support that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve; Assist our clients so they can achieve success; Make a difference in the public sector; and Work together in a collaborative team environment. ABOUT US 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. River Valley Services (RVS), a community mental health center serving Middlesex County and the towns of Lyme and Old Lyme, is operated by the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS). RVS's goal is to provide the highest quality crisis intervention, case management, and residential and clinical services to adult citizens, 18 years of age and older, who suffer from serious mental disorders and who lack the financial means to secure such services in the private sector. The Assertive Community Treatment team is an evidenced based practice that uses a multidisciplinary team treatment approach to deliver highly responsive, individualized recovery-based services to individuals in the community. The Assertive Community Treatment team provides services to persons with serious behavioral health and/or substance use disorders which often interfere with connecting to and following through with treatment. In this role, you will provide support to people with complex behavioral health and/or substance use conditions living independently in the community. This position provides critical clinical services to these individuals, including much needed individual, group and family clinical services. PLEASE NOTE A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing ***************. Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply' or ‘Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at ****************** QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jensine Tran at *******************. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency behavioral health program as part of a multi-disciplinary team at one or more locations this class is accountable for skilled clinical social work treatment and leadership services involving complex case assignments. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Independently provides highly skilled direct clinical social work treatment and/or substance abuse services to clients with complex psychological and social problems through comprehensive clinical assessments and provision of individual, family and group treatment; Provides individual field work instruction and/or clinical supervision which includes instruction in use of comprehensive psychosocial assessments and current diagnostic categories, taking into consideration cultural, social, economic, medical, environmental and legal issues; Develops comprehensive service plans including measurable treatment objectives; Initiates consultation and collaboration with other mental health providers to improve delivery of current services and/or identify unmet needs within current service system; Provides clinical supervision to Licensed Master Social Workers; Assists in resolution of administrative, personnel and clinical issues in program and/or agency; Oversees development and/or implementation of individual client treatment and/or service plans; May provide clinical and/or administrative leadership to program components such as crisis intervention teams, inpatient treatment teams, case management teams, psychoeducational program services, psychosocial rehabilitation and forensic services; May provide forensic evaluations and expert testimony to courts; May represent program or agency during licensing and certification inspections conducted by regulatory bodies; May represent program or agency in liaison relationships with other community agencies and resources; May provide in-service educational presentations concerning available health, mental health and human services resources and means to access them; May present information on mental illness and mental health services to community groups; May provide supervision of medication self-administration for individuals served Performs related duties as required. For more information, please see the job specification. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Considerable knowledge of and ability to instruct others about theories of human behavior, current diagnostic categories of mental illness, family dynamics, substance abuse and human sexuality; of social, cultural, economic, political, religious, medical, psychological and legal issues which influence behavior of clients, families, service programs and society at large; Knowledge of statutes, regulations and standards relating to mental health services; state law governing licensed clinical social worker practice standards; Considerable oral and written communication skills; administrative skills; Considerable ability to independently apply in practice current psychiatric treatment modalities including but not limited to behavioral, cognitive, object-relations, crisis intervention and psychosocial rehabilitation approaches; Ability to integrate theory and case material in assessing and devising comprehensive treatment and/or service plans for difficult and/or complex case assignments; lead task groups including but not limited to treatment teams and agency committees. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE One (1) year of experience as a licensed clinical social worker. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working with adults with complex behavioral health and substance use disorders Experience providing clinical services to adults with chronic, complex behavioral health and substance use disorders Experience assessing risk and crisis intervention Experience providing clinical supervision SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice clinical social work pursuant to Sec. 20-195 (m-z) of the Connecticut General Statutes. Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. § 1320a-7b(f). Incumbents in this class may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in designated positions. Incumbents in this class may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communication in designated positions. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Introduction Do you have professional health care experience in a psychiatric setting? Join our team as a Supervising Clinician to make a significant impact today! THE POSITION: The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is now hiring for a Supervising Clinician to join their team! HIGHLIGHTS: SCHEDULE: Full-Time (40 Hour), First Shift (8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.), Monday - Friday FACILITY: Greater Bridgeport Community Mental Health Center (GBCMHC) UNIT: Clinical Services Unit LOCATION: 1635 Central Avenue, Bridgeport POSITION NUMBER: 27927 WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page; Professional growth and development opportunities; A healthy work/life balance to all employees! DISCOVER THE OPPPORTUNITY TO: Provide direct oversight and supervise the employees of this unit, including the Advanced Clinical Social Worker assigned as coordinator; Lead day-to-day operations to ensure timely and accurate client assessments including assessments of risk, documentation, and triage; Monitor staffing needs, adjust assignments, and manage workflow to maintain operational efficiency and prevent burnout; Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration across departments to support coordinated patient care; Implement staff training initiatives grounded in trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices; Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission, HIPAA); Conduct staff evaluations, coach team members, and manage performance issues in alignment with HR standards; Apply clinical data and patient outcome metrics to inform unit performance, care protocols, and quality improvement initiatives; and Engage patients and families with sensitivity and professionalism, upholding the institution's commitment to patient-centered care. ABOUT US: 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. The vision of the Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System is to provide high quality, compassionate and culturally competent mental health and substance abuse services to adults with behavioral health disorders who are indigent. PLEASE NOTE: A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process. Please Note: In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the recruiter listed on this job posting by the closing date listed on the job posting. FOR THOSE WHO HOLD AN RN LICENSE IN A STATE OTHER THAN CONNECTICUT AND DO NOT HOLD A MULTISTATE OR COMPACT REGISTERED NURSING LICENSE, AND WISH TO APPLY FOR A CONNECTICUT LICENSE, PLEASE: Review the eligibility and documentation requirements for CT license by endorsement of an out-of-state license; Complete a CT DPH online application online (expand the ‘Public Health Practitioners' grouping, select ‘Registered Nurse' and then ‘Start'; Request verification of your out-of-state license(s) electronically through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing's : Nursys System. To send verification of your license(s) to CT, read and agree to the terms, enter your biographic information, select your license type and select ‘SEARCH'. Review the results and select the ‘Next' button. Check the box next to ‘Connecticut' and complete the transaction. Once the transaction is completed, you will receive a confirmation email from Nursys and the verification will be available to the DPH. Note that PA and MI verifications are not provided through Nursys. Please contact those state boards for information on obtaining verification. BEFORE YOU APPLY: Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing ***************. Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply' or ‘Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at ****************** QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Nicole Frascatore via ************************. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency this class is accountable for providing supervision and direction of a clinical unit. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Provides clinical treatment services including crisis interventions, individual and group therapy. Schedules, assigns and oversees work of staff. Assists in developing unit goals and objectives. Assists in recruitment, selection, training and development of staff. Conducts performance evaluations. Determines priorities and plans, coordinates and supervises unit activities. Contributes to Risk Management meetings. Provides clinical directives to staff on the development of Risk assessments and mitigation plans. Provides administrative and clinical supervision. Utilizes the agency electronic medical record, databases, Microsoft Office software and proprietary software to adequately monitor individual clients' progress and staff completion of duties. Participates in Utilization Management reviews. Attends and participates in scheduled contract agency meetings and serves as a clinical liaison to contract agencies as needed. Provides clinical consultation to clinical teams and community based Private Not for Profit providers. Facilitates Treatment Planning meetings and case coordination meetings with outside providers. Performs other related duties. For more information, please see the job specification. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures; mental health treatment, principles and values of community based care; psychiatric rehabilitation principles; entitlement and benefit programs; variety of intervention and support strategies; Knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; societal, cultural and gender issues and impact on mental illness; psychotropic medications; impact of housing and homelessness on the mentally ill; Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communications skills; facilitation, collaboration and conflict resolution skills; Ability to identify and articulate philosophical foundations for specific program models or service approaches; delegate authority; plan and organize effectively; integrate community resources into service planning; develop and maintain effective relationships with community representatives and staff; Supervisory ability. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Seven (7) years of professional health care experience in a psychiatric setting. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been at a lead level responsible for coordinating the work of a unit or team of professionals in a psychiatric setting. NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of an Advanced Clinical Social Worker for social work discipline, Head Nurse for the nursing discipline, an Advanced Professional Counselor and an Advanced Marital and Family Therapist. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree. A Master's Degree in a health care field related to one of the disciplines in the Special Experience may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience in a community-based outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment. Experience with psychiatric admission protocols and relevant regulatory standards. Experience in Electronic Medical Record systems and behavioral health documentation workflows. Experience in crisis response and high-stakes decision-making in outpatient mental health contexts. Experience conducting performance evaluations and mentoring clinical staff. Experience with behavioral health policy, ethics, and outpatient service delivery models. Experience utilizing clinical data analytics and outcome metrics to enhance practice and inform program development. Experience fostering an inclusive, supportive team environment, that is informed by co-occurring substance use disorders along with trauma-informed principles. Experience communicating and collaborating with stakeholders across multidisciplinary teams. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a current license as a Clinical Social Worker, a licensed Marital and Family Therapist, a licensed Professional Counselor, a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut or hold a Multistate or Compact Registered Nurse license. The license required for direct supervision of clinical oversight will be dictated by the functions of the assigned unit or program. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess certification as a clinical supervisor by the Connecticut Certification Board. Incumbents in this class may be required to be bilingual or fluent in American Sign Language. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain clients, may have significant exposure to communicable and/or infectious diseases and risk of injury and may be exposed to strongly disagreeable conditions. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Introduction Southeastern Mental Health Authority (SMHA), under the umbrella of the State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is seeking to hire a dedicated Advanced Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) within the Mobile Outreach Team (MOT) to provide essential crisis coverage. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Schedule: Every other weekend and holidays, as scheduled Working days are as follows: Week 1: Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday Week 2: Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Full-time (40 hours per week) First shift (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM) Facility: Southeastern Mental Health Authority (SMHA) Unit: Mobile Outreach Team (MOT) Location: 401 West Thames Street, Building 301, Norwich, CT 06360 Work Environment: Office/On-site Position Number: 26205 WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and development opportunities. A healthy work/life balance to all employees. THE ROLE This role is critical within crisis services by delivering community-based mental health and substance use crisis intervention services, assessments, risk management, emergency certifications, and referrals. The ACSW will play a key role in ensuring timely, compassionate, and clinically-sound responses to individuals in crisis across New London County, helping to maintain the safety and well-being of both SMHA clients and the broader community. ABOUT US DMHAS - The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services 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. SMHA- SMHA is a community mental health agency operated by the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS). Its primary goal is to provide high quality behavioral health services to those in our community with mental health and substance use disorders who are 18 years or older and reside in New London County and its surrounding towns. Services, which include case management, outpatient behavioral health, crisis intervention, respite care, and forensic services, are recovery oriented and offered in a trauma informed and culturally sensitive manner. We support individuals to identify and achieve their own goals in recovery, fostering independence, dignity, and ability. PLEASE NOTE: A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing ***************. Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply' or ‘Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at ****************** QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Frank DeCusati at *********************. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency behavioral health program as part of a multi-disciplinary team at one or more locations this class is accountable for skilled clinical social work treatment and leadership services involving complex case assignments. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Independently provides highly skilled direct clinical social work treatment and/or substance abuse services to clients with complex psychological and social problems through comprehensive clinical assessments and provision of individual, family and group treatment; Provides individual field work instruction and/or clinical supervision which includes instruction in use of comprehensive psychosocial assessments and current diagnostic categories, taking into consideration cultural, social, economic, medical, environmental and legal issues; Develops comprehensive service plans including measurable treatment objectives; Initiates consultation and collaboration with other mental health providers to improve delivery of current services and/or identify unmet needs within current service system; Provides clinical supervision to Licensed Master Social Workers; Assists in resolution of administrative, personnel and clinical issues in program and/or agency; Develops data for statistical and planning systems and/or research and publication; Prepares administrative reports and suggests operational policies and procedures; Oversees development and/or implementation of individual client treatment and/or service plans; May be assigned administrative oversight of research projects; May provide clinical and/or administrative leadership to program components such as crisis intervention teams, inpatient treatment teams, case management teams, psychoeducational program services, psychosocial rehabilitation and forensic services; May provide forensic evaluations and expert testimony to courts; May represent program or agency during licensing and certification inspections conducted by regulatory bodies; May represent program or agency in liaison relationships with other community agencies and resources; May provide in-service educational presentations concerning available health, mental health and human services resources and means to access them; May chair facility or community-based committees that develop policies and plans to serve psychiatrically disabled individuals; May present information on mental illness and mental health services to community groups; Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Considerable knowledge of and ability to instruct others about theories of human behavior, current diagnostic categories of mental illness, family dynamics, substance abuse and human sexuality; of social, cultural, economic, political, religious, medical, psychological and legal issues which influence behavior of clients, families, service programs and society at large; Knowledge of statutes, regulations and standards relating to mental health services; state law governing licensed clinical social worker practice standards; Considerable oral and written communication skills; administrative skills; Considerable ability to independently apply in practice current psychiatric treatment modalities including but not limited to behavioral, cognitive, object-relations, crisis intervention and psychosocial rehabilitation approaches; Ability to integrate theory and case material in assessing and devising comprehensive treatment and/or service plans for difficult and/or complex case assignments; lead task groups including but not limited to treatment teams and agency committees. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE One (1) year of experience as a licensed clinical social worker. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience in the provision of crisis intervention services Experience completing biopsychosocial intake assessments Experience in completing community-based risk and crisis assessments Experience providing trauma-sensitive services to individuals with severe and prolonged mental illness, addiction, and co-morbid medical conditions SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice clinical social work pursuant to Sec. 20-195 (m-z) of the Connecticut General Statutes. Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. § 1320a-7b(f). Incumbents in this class may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in designated positions. Incumbents in this class may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communication in designated positions. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Introduction Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic and reciprocal health care environment in the public sector? Join our team as a Clinical Social Worker to make a significant impact today! The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is now hiring for a Clinical Social Worker to join their team! Please note: you must be licensed as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Connecticut. As a key member of our multidisciplinary staff, you'll provide individual and group therapy, collaborate on psychiatric evaluations, and support clients through trauma-informed care. Our experienced team uses a variety of evidence-based approaches-including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)-to guide individuals toward healing and recovery. HIGHLIGHTS * FACILITY: Southeastern Mental Health Authority (SMHA) * LOCATION: 401 West Thames Street, Building 301, Norwich, CT * UNIT: Options Outpatient Program * SCHEDULE: Full-Time, First Shift, 40 Hours per Week, Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm * POSITION NUMBER: 25955 WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU * Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page! * Professional growth and development opportunities * A healthy work/life balance to all employees DISCOVER THE OPPPORTUNITY TO * Provide clinical services to individuals as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team in an outpatient mental health setting; * Provide clinical treatment services in the form of triage, crisis intervention, individual and group therapy, with family therapy as needed; * Complete psychosocial assessments, risk assessments, and other intake documents; * Develop comprehensive recovery-oriented, person-centered treatment plans including measurable objectives; * Document client contacts and treatment in accordance with agency policies, and coordinate services including referrals to other community providers; * Provide treatment utilizing evidence-based practices such as DBT, Trauma, EMDR, IDDT, and Motivational Interviewing; * Utilize an electronic record and meet monthly direct service productivity requirements; and * Attend required staff, supervision and treatment team meetings. ABOUT US 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. SMHA is a community mental health agency operated by the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS). Its primary goal is to provide high quality behavioral health services to those in our community with mental health and substance use disorders who are 18 years or older and reside in New London County and its surrounding towns. Services, which include case management, outpatient behavioral health, crisis intervention, respite care, and forensic services, are recovery oriented and offered in a trauma informed and culturally sensitive manner. We support individuals to identify and achieve their own goals in recovery, fostering independence, dignity, and ability. PLEASE NOTE * A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. * All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: * Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. * Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. * Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. * Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. * Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing ***************. * Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. * Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: * Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). * Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! * Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. * The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. * Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at ****************** QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jensine Tran at *******************. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency behavioral health program as part of a multi-disciplinary team at one or more locations this class is accountable for independently providing clinical social work services. OFFICE OF HEALTHCARE ADVOCATE: This class is accountable for serving as a case manager and advocate for clients that have received or need to receive behavioral health care services. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES * As a member of multi-disciplinary clinical team or within a network of community-based behavioral health services develops psychosocial assessments through clinical interviews with assigned clients and families which include consideration of developmental, social and/or cultural, substance abuse, psychological, environmental and medical issues; * Develops treatment plans including measurable treatment objectives; * Provides clinical treatment services in the form of triage, crisis intervention, individual, group and/or family therapy, screening and planning; * Advocates and develops networks of social and clinical services to assist clients in meeting identified needs; * Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of treatment plans and documents treatment in clinical records; * Completes reports in accordance with agency and accrediting bodies; * Provides clinical supervision to Licensed Master Social Workers; * Consults and collaborates with other behavioral health providers to improve delivery of services to clients; * Provides forensic evaluations and court testimony as required; * Maintains social work treatment and standards as required; * May participate in research projects; * Performs related duties as required. OFFICE OF HEALTHCARE ADVOCATE * Manages a caseload of consumer behavioral healthcare insurance complaints concerning coverage and/or payment; * Reviews and assesses medical records including psychological assessment and treatment plans, concerning but not limited to mental, emotional, behavioral and addictive disorders to determine appropriate treatment plans and eligibility for insurance benefit payment; * Participates in insurance appeal hearings and serves as clinical expert to defend and demonstrate that the diagnostic assessment and treatment plans are appropriate and required to address client behavioral healthcare needs; * Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY * Knowledge of * social work methodology, casework, group work and community mobilization; * family and interpersonal relationship dynamics; * values, sanctions, purposes and ethics of professional social work; * social, cultural, economic, medical, psychological and legal issues which influence attitudes and behaviors of clients and families; * mental illnesses and approaches to treatment; * Considerable * interpersonal skills; * oral and written communication skills; * Ability to * devise and implement a treatment plan with measurable goals that address client needs; * independently apply current psychiatric treatment modalities to address client needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Licensure as a clinical social worker in the State of Connecticut. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Bilingual in Spanish and English * Experience facilitating groups * Experience providing Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Individual Therapy (both short-term and long-term) * Experience working in outpatient community mental health clinics providing outpatient level of care * Experience developing Person Centered Treatment Plans and providing evidenced-based models of therapy * Experience providing clinical services to the clients with severe and persistent mental health and substance use disorders SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS * Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice clinical social work pursuant to Sec. 20-195 (m-z) of the Connecticut General Statutes. * Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. § 1320a-7b(f). * Incumbents in this class may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in certain designated positions. * Incumbents in this class may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communication in certain designated positions. * Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Introduction Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic and reciprocal health care environment in the public sector? Join our team as a Clinical Social Worker to make a significant impact today! THE POSITION The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is now hiring for a Clinical Social Worker to join their team! Please note: you must be licensed as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Connecticut. As a key member of our multidisciplinary staff, you'll provide individual and group therapy, collaborate on psychiatric evaluations, and support clients through trauma-informed care. Our experienced team uses a variety of evidence-based approaches-including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)-to guide individuals toward healing and recovery. HIGHLIGHTS FACILITY: Southeastern Mental Health Authority (SMHA) LOCATION: 401 West Thames Street, Building 301, Norwich, CT UNIT: Options Outpatient Program SCHEDULE: Full-Time, First Shift, 40 Hours per Week, Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm POSITION NUMBER: 25955 WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and development opportunities A healthy work/life balance to all employees DISCOVER THE OPPPORTUNITY TO Provide clinical services to individuals as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team in an outpatient mental health setting; Provide clinical treatment services in the form of triage, crisis intervention, individual and group therapy, with family therapy as needed; Complete psychosocial assessments, risk assessments, and other intake documents; Develop comprehensive recovery-oriented, person-centered treatment plans including measurable objectives; Document client contacts and treatment in accordance with agency policies, and coordinate services including referrals to other community providers; Provide treatment utilizing evidence-based practices such as DBT, Trauma, EMDR, IDDT, and Motivational Interviewing; Utilize an electronic record and meet monthly direct service productivity requirements; and Attend required staff, supervision and treatment team meetings. ABOUT US 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. SMHA is a community mental health agency operated by the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS). Its primary goal is to provide high quality behavioral health services to those in our community with mental health and substance use disorders who are 18 years or older and reside in New London County and its surrounding towns. Services, which include case management, outpatient behavioral health, crisis intervention, respite care, and forensic services, are recovery oriented and offered in a trauma informed and culturally sensitive manner. We support individuals to identify and achieve their own goals in recovery, fostering independence, dignity, and ability. PLEASE NOTE A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing ***************. Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply' or ‘Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at ****************** QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jensine Tran at *******************. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency behavioral health program as part of a multi-disciplinary team at one or more locations this class is accountable for independently providing clinical social work services. OFFICE OF HEALTHCARE ADVOCATE: This class is accountable for serving as a case manager and advocate for clients that have received or need to receive behavioral health care services. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES As a member of multi-disciplinary clinical team or within a network of community-based behavioral health services develops psychosocial assessments through clinical interviews with assigned clients and families which include consideration of developmental, social and/or cultural, substance abuse, psychological, environmental and medical issues; Develops treatment plans including measurable treatment objectives; Provides clinical treatment services in the form of triage, crisis intervention, individual, group and/or family therapy, screening and planning; Advocates and develops networks of social and clinical services to assist clients in meeting identified needs; Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of treatment plans and documents treatment in clinical records; Completes reports in accordance with agency and accrediting bodies; Provides clinical supervision to Licensed Master Social Workers; Consults and collaborates with other behavioral health providers to improve delivery of services to clients; Provides forensic evaluations and court testimony as required; Maintains social work treatment and standards as required; May participate in research projects; Performs related duties as required. OFFICE OF HEALTHCARE ADVOCATE Manages a caseload of consumer behavioral healthcare insurance complaints concerning coverage and/or payment; Reviews and assesses medical records including psychological assessment and treatment plans, concerning but not limited to mental, emotional, behavioral and addictive disorders to determine appropriate treatment plans and eligibility for insurance benefit payment; Participates in insurance appeal hearings and serves as clinical expert to defend and demonstrate that the diagnostic assessment and treatment plans are appropriate and required to address client behavioral healthcare needs; Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Knowledge of social work methodology, casework, group work and community mobilization; family and interpersonal relationship dynamics; values, sanctions, purposes and ethics of professional social work; social, cultural, economic, medical, psychological and legal issues which influence attitudes and behaviors of clients and families; mental illnesses and approaches to treatment; Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Ability to devise and implement a treatment plan with measurable goals that address client needs; independently apply current psychiatric treatment modalities to address client needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Licensure as a clinical social worker in the State of Connecticut. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Bilingual in Spanish and English Experience facilitating groups Experience providing Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Individual Therapy (both short-term and long-term) Experience working in outpatient community mental health clinics providing outpatient level of care Experience developing Person Centered Treatment Plans and providing evidenced-based models of therapy Experience providing clinical services to the clients with severe and persistent mental health and substance use disorders SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice clinical social work pursuant to Sec. 20-195 (m-z) of the Connecticut General Statutes. Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. § 1320a-7b(f). Incumbents in this class may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in certain designated positions. Incumbents in this class may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communication in certain designated positions. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Introduction Southeastern Mental Health Authority (SMHA), under the umbrella of the State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is seeking to hire a dedicated Advanced Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) within the Mobile Outreach Team (MOT) to provide essential crisis coverage. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS * Schedule: * Every other weekend and holidays, as scheduled * Working days are as follows: * Week 1: Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday * Week 2: Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday * Full-time (40 hours per week) * First shift (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM) * Facility: Southeastern Mental Health Authority (SMHA) * Unit: Mobile Outreach Team (MOT) * Location: 401 West Thames Street, Building 301, Norwich, CT 06360 * Work Environment: Office/On-site * Position Number: 26205 WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU * Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page! * Professional growth and development opportunities. * A healthy work/life balance to all employees. THE ROLE This role is critical within crisis services by delivering community-based mental health and substance use crisis intervention services, assessments, risk management, emergency certifications, and referrals. The ACSW will play a key role in ensuring timely, compassionate, and clinically-sound responses to individuals in crisis across New London County, helping to maintain the safety and well-being of both SMHA clients and the broader community. ABOUT US DMHAS - The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services 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. SMHA- SMHA is a community mental health agency operated by the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS). Its primary goal is to provide high quality behavioral health services to those in our community with mental health and substance use disorders who are 18 years or older and reside in New London County and its surrounding towns. Services, which include case management, outpatient behavioral health, crisis intervention, respite care, and forensic services, are recovery oriented and offered in a trauma informed and culturally sensitive manner. We support individuals to identify and achieve their own goals in recovery, fostering independence, dignity, and ability. PLEASE NOTE: * A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. * All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: * Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. * Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. * Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. * Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. * Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing ***************. * Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. * Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: * Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). * Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! * Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. * The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. * Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at ****************** QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Frank DeCusati at *********************. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency behavioral health program as part of a multi-disciplinary team at one or more locations this class is accountable for skilled clinical social work treatment and leadership services involving complex case assignments. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES * Independently provides highly skilled direct clinical social work treatment and/or substance abuse services to clients with complex psychological and social problems through comprehensive clinical assessments and provision of individual, family and group treatment; * Provides individual field work instruction and/or clinical supervision which includes instruction in use of comprehensive psychosocial assessments and current diagnostic categories, taking into consideration cultural, social, economic, medical, environmental and legal issues; * Develops comprehensive service plans including measurable treatment objectives; * Initiates consultation and collaboration with other mental health providers to improve delivery of current services and/or identify unmet needs within current service system; * Provides clinical supervision to Licensed Master Social Workers; * Assists in resolution of administrative, personnel and clinical issues in program and/or agency; * Develops data for statistical and planning systems and/or research and publication; * Prepares administrative reports and suggests operational policies and procedures; * Oversees development and/or implementation of individual client treatment and/or service plans; * May be assigned administrative oversight of research projects; * May provide clinical and/or administrative leadership to program components such as crisis intervention teams, inpatient treatment teams, case management teams, psychoeducational program services, psychosocial rehabilitation and forensic services; * May provide forensic evaluations and expert testimony to courts; * May represent program or agency during licensing and certification inspections conducted by regulatory bodies; * May represent program or agency in liaison relationships with other community agencies and resources; * May provide in-service educational presentations concerning available health, mental health and human services resources and means to access them; * May chair facility or community-based committees that develop policies and plans to serve psychiatrically disabled individuals; * May present information on mental illness and mental health services to community groups; * Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY * Considerable knowledge of * and ability to instruct others about theories of human behavior, current diagnostic categories of mental illness, family dynamics, substance abuse and human sexuality; * of social, cultural, economic, political, religious, medical, psychological and legal issues which influence behavior of clients, families, service programs and society at large; * Knowledge of * statutes, regulations and standards relating to mental health services; * state law governing licensed clinical social worker practice standards; * Considerable * oral and written communication skills; * administrative skills; * Considerable ability to independently apply in practice current psychiatric treatment modalities including but not limited to behavioral, cognitive, object-relations, crisis intervention and psychosocial rehabilitation approaches; * Ability to * integrate theory and case material in assessing and devising comprehensive treatment and/or service plans for difficult and/or complex case assignments; * lead task groups including but not limited to treatment teams and agency committees. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE One (1) year of experience as a licensed clinical social worker. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Experience in the provision of crisis intervention services * Experience completing biopsychosocial intake assessments * Experience in completing community-based risk and crisis assessments * Experience providing trauma-sensitive services to individuals with severe and prolonged mental illness, addiction, and co-morbid medical conditions SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS * Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice clinical social work pursuant to Sec. 20-195 (m-z) of the Connecticut General Statutes. * Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. § 1320a-7b(f). * Incumbents in this class may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in designated positions. * Incumbents in this class may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communication in designated positions. * Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.