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Supervising Psychologist 1 (Young Adult Services)

Office/On-Site

Recruitment # 260107-6630FP-001

Location Waterbury, CT

Date Opened 1/12/2026 12:00:00 AM

Salary $117,950 - $159,432/year

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 1/26/2026 11:59:00 PM

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+ Introduction

If you would like to know more information regarding working as a Psychologist with DMHAS, please contact Kyle St. Jean via email [email protected].

Are you a seasoned psychologist looking for a leadership role in one of the most rewarding clinical environments? Are you ready to make a lasting impact on young adults? Join us and lead a team that transforms lives where it matters most!

The State of Connecticu t (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services ( DMHAS (https://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS/About-DMHAS/Agency/About-DMHAS) ) is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Supervising Psychologist 1 (Clinical) (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=6630FP&R1=&R3=) to join our Young Adult Services (YAS) team.

Our mission is to improve the lives of young people by providing the highest quality services possible. We do this by forming a partnership with the individual, their family, identified significant persons and with the other community service providers. By doing so we create a “community of care” that fosters mutual respect and individualized client-centered treatment .

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

+ Facility: W estern Connecticut Mental Health Network ( WCMHN (https://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS/WCMHN/Agency-Files/WCMHN---Homepage) )

+ Unit: Young Adult Services ( YAS (https://portal.ct.gov/dmhas/divisions/divisions/young-adult-services) )

+ Location: Waterbury, CT

+ Schedule: Full -time, 1st shift, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

+ PCN: 99997

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

+ Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) 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;

+ Work together in a collaborative team environment.

THE ROLE:

Job duties include but are not limited to:

+ Work with a multi-disciplinary treatment team providing recovery oriented, age and developmentally appropriate clinical services to young adults with clinically complex and high-risk behaviors including developmental, psychosexual and trauma histories;

+ Be responsible for developing and implementing behavioral support plans and training to direct care staff;

+ Provide individual, group and family therapy when needed;

+ Utilize DMHAS initiatives in the provision of treatment, i.e., Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment (IDDT), Attachment Regulation Competency (ARC), Trauma Treatment, Person Centered Planning, etc.;

+ Participate in case conferences, critical incident reviews, trainings, staff meetings and supervision; and

+ Have supervisory oversight of the Psychologists working at multiple locations within the Network.

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-s ufficiency in those we serve.

The WCMHN's mission is to provide a comprehensive and effective recovery-oriented system of mental health and addiction services that promotes self-sufficiency, dignity, cultural sensitivity and respect.

Young Adult Services (YAS) was developed to help young adults transition successfully from the Department of Children & Families (DCF) to the adult mental health system and to achieve the necessary skills for adulthood. YAS currently serves the most vulnerable, high acuity, high need young adult population in the state who are between the ages of 18 and 25. YAS programs have been developed at community mental health agencies throughout Connecticut. Our goal is to provide the types of supports our clients will need to make their journey to adulthood successful.

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 (https://portal.ct.gov/das/-/media/das/statewide-hr/a---z-listing-task-pdfs/drug-free-workplace-policy--february-2016.pdf) .

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit (https://jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=KIT) 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 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , 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 [email protected].

+ 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 www.ct.gov/ethics.

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 [email protected] .

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In state facilities this class is accountable for supervising a major program component or other uses as indicated below.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Supervises a major independent clinical psychology program;

+ Plans, develops, implements and coordinates new service programs;

+ Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews the work of staff;

+ Provides staff training and assistance;

+ Conducts performance evaluations;

+ Determines priorities and plans program work;

+ Establishes and maintains program procedures;

+ Develops or makes recommendations on development of policies and standards;

+ Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding program policies and procedures;

+ Selects and administers a variety of objective and projective psychodiagnostic tests;

+ Evaluates individuals level of function and supervises staff in development of individualized treatment plans;

+ Provides consultation on complex cases;

+ Addresses professional and lay groups;

+ May design, implement and direct psychological research programs;

+ Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

+ Considerable knowledge of

+ abnormal and clinical psychology and other psychological disciplines;

+ sources, uses, administration and interpretation of a wide variety of psychological tests;

+ psychological research design, data analysis and application of results;

+ Considerable

+ interpersonal skills;

+ oral and written communication skills;

+ Considerable ability to

+ make diagnoses, develop treatment plans and conduct psychotherapy;

+ interface clinical programs with multidiscipline approaches;

+ develop and direct training programs;

+ Teaching ability;

+ Supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

A Doctorate degree in clinical or counseling psychology and two (2) years of postdoctoral experience as a licensed clinical psychologist.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice psychology in Connecticut. Any person employed by the State of Connecticut prior to July 1, 1985 with a title in the psychology series of the classified services shall be exempt from the above licensure requirements pursuant to Public Act 613, Section 119(c). For certain positions, the appointing authority may require State licensure.

+ 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 be fluent in a foreign language or proficient in the use of the American Sign Language.

+ 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.

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