Forensic Treatment Practical Nurse (Multiple Positions)
Location: Middletown, CT
Date Opened: 3/10/2026 12:00:00 AM
Salary: Please see 'Selection Plan' for more information.
Job Type: Open to the Public
Close Date: 3/17/2026 11:59:00 PM
Are you passionate about supporting individuals on their journey to recovery from behavioral health or substance use challenges?
Have you gained expertise in engaging individuals with compassion and empathy?
If so, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team!
THE POSITION
The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is currently accepting applications for the position of Forensic Treatment Practical Nurse! We are seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our direct-care team to improve the well-being for our clients/patients.
HIGHLIGHTS
FACILITY: Whiting Forensic Hospital (WFH)
LOCATION: 70 O'Brien Drive, Middletown, CT
SCHEDULES AVAILABLE: Part-Time (24 Hours per Week, 32 Hours per Week) and Full-Time (35 Hours per Week)
SHIFTS AVAILABLE: First, Second, and Third Shifts (Schedule information can be found below)
PLEASE NOTE: These positions are Hazardous Duty.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
Professional growth and development opportunities
Hazardous Duty pension plan (State Employees Retirement System Tier IV)
A healthy work/life balance to all employees
*Benefits may vary or not apply for specific part-time positions.
ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION:
Each Licensed Practical Nurse who is permanently assigned to second and third shift shall receive a yearly “retention” bonus of six hundred ($600). This bonus shall be paid in two (2) installments: In July and December. In order to be eligible for this bonus, the Employee must have completed one year of service in the classification.
DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO
Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals
Provide support to a division 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.
Whiting Forensic Hospital (WFH) provides high quality, comprehensive, and individualized treatment and evaluation services for patients with mental health conditions who are involved in the criminal justice system or are not yet ready to be safely treated in less restrictive settings. This is accomplished with full respect for the civil and human rights of each patient. Our goal is to assist individuals to manage their illnesses and achieve personal recovery goals through developing the skills necessary to live safely in the community.
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
License or temporary permit to practice nursing in Connecticut by the State Board of Examiners for Nursing OR hold a Multistate or Compact Licensed Practical Nurse license and one (1) year of experience in the care of the mentally ill or emotionally disturbed.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents may be required to be bilingual or fluent in American Sign Language.
