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The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking an experienced and qualified Clinical Social Worker Associate to join our team.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
State of Connecticut employees participate in a competitive comprehensive benefits plan that includes:
-Industry leading health benefits with medical and dental coverage
-Generous paid time off, include 13 paid holidays per calendar year
-Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings
-Retirement healthcare offerings
-Professional growth and development opportunities
-A healthy work/life balance!

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
-Facility: Whiting Forensic Hospital (WFH)
-Program/Unit: Dutcher 1 North
-Schedule: Full time (40 hours), First shift (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.), Monday - Friday
-Location: 70 O'Brien Drive, Middletown, CT
-Position Number: 43920
-Note: This is a Hazardous Duty position.

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO:
-Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals;
-Provide support to hospital that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve;
-Assist our clients and employees so they can achieve success;
-Make a difference in the public sector; and
-Work together in a collaborative team environment.

OUR MISSION:
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.

ABOUT THE FACILITY:
WFH specializes in providing inpatient services to individuals involved in the criminal justice system. The hospital consists of 91 maximum security beds and 138 enhanced security beds. Services are provided to individuals who are admitted under the following categories: Psychiatric Security Review Board commitment, Criminal court order for restoration of competency to stand trial, Civil commitment (voluntary or involuntary) and Transfer from the Department of Correction (during period of incarceration or at end of sentence). Discharge options are dependent on legal status and the purpose of admission.