Supervising Psychologist 1 (Young Adult Services) - Apply by 1/26/2026
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
If you would like to know more information regarding working as a Psychologist with DMHAS, please contact Kyle St. Jean via email Kyle.StJean@CT.gov.
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 Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Supervising Psychologist 1 (Clinical) 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: Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (WCMHN)
Unit: Young Adult Services (YAS)
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 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-sufficiency 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.
Qualifications & Requirements 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.
