Advanced Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
THE POSITION
The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is now accepting applications for an Advanced Clinical Social Worker at Southeastern Mental Health Authority (SMHA) in Norwich, CT. The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is now accepting applications for an Advanced Clinical Social Worker at Southeastern Mental Health Authority (SMHA) in Norwich, CT.
HIGHLIGHTS
- DIVISION: Southeastern Mental Health Authority (SMHA)
- UNIT: Mobile Outreach Team
- LOCATION: Norwich, CT
- POSITION NUMBER: 26112
- SCHEDULE: Full-time (40 hours per week), First Shift (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
- SHIFT DETAILS:
- Week 1: Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Week 2: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Includes every other weekend and holidays as assigned
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
- 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.
SMHA is a community mental health agency serving adults throughout Southeastern Connecticut, providing outpatient services, case management, crisis support, respite care, and forensic programs. It also oversees all DMHAS‑funded behavioral health services in the area.
SMHA's Mobile Outreach Team provides crisis services including 24/7 assessments, intervention, hospital and crisis bed screening, referrals, brief counseling, and support calls. The team responds in the community daily from 8:00 AM to midnight to assist individuals experiencing psychiatric or substance‑related crises.
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.