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Norwich, CT, CT United States |
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Full Time |
| Post Date: |
02/04/2026 |
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03/04/2026 |
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Healthcare, Other |
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Certified Addiction Counselor (40 Hour) - Apply by 2/13!
Certified Addiction Counselor (40 Hour)
Office/On-Site
Recruitment #260129-2351FX-001
Location Norwich, CT
Date Opened 2/4/2026 12:00:00 AM
Salary $73,339 - $97,000/year (*New State employees start at minimum)
Job Type Open to the Public
Close Date 2/13/2026 11:59:00 PM
THE ROLE:
The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is now inviting applications to hire a Certified Addiction Counselor within Southeastern Mental Health Authority (SMHA). We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate professional to join our behavioral health nursing team and enhance the well-being of our patients.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
Schedule: Full-Time (40 Hour), First Shift (8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.), Monday - Friday
Unit: Wellness Recovery Advocacy Program (WRAP)
Address: 401 West Thames Street, Unit 301, Norwich, CT
PCN: 26116
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page;
Professional growth and development opportunities;
A healthy work/life balance!
DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO:
Join a dedicated team that values collaboration, respect, and a shared commitment to the wellness of those we serve;
Provide critical care that helps clients on their journey to recovery and self-sufficiency; and
Contribute to the community and public sector through your Certified Addiction Counselor expertise!
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:
SMHA is a community mental health agency operated by 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.
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