Mental Health Jobs in Connecticut
Mental health jobs in Connecticut are concentrated in community behavioral health centers, hospital systems, and outpatient clinics, with consistent demand from entry-level counselors through licensed clinical supervisors. Hartford, New Haven, and Bridgeport are the primary hiring hubs, where employers such as Hartford HealthCare, Yale New Haven Health, and Wheeler Clinic maintain large behavioral health workforces. The most sought-after specialties in the state include substance use disorder counseling, child and adolescent therapy, and crisis intervention. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position: Case Manager 2
Program: Sierra Pre Trial DOC Mental Health
Location: New Haven
Salary: $22.00/hour
Schedule: Full time, 40 hours, 1st shift, Saturday (7:30-3:30p) & 2nd shift, Tuesday-Friday (2:30-10:30p)
Program Summary:
During their 3-6 months length of stay in this congregate care setting, pre-trial adult males with a primary mental health diagnosis are provided with case management, supervision, and psycho-educational and skill-building services to support them in re-entering the community after a period of incarceration. The goal is to reduce recidivism through establishing positive behavioral change and pro-social community connectivity.
Position Summary:
The Case Manager 2 is responsible for providing case management services, including but not limited to: intake assessment, risk/needs assessment, psycho-social education, development and implementation of individual service plans, discharge planning, and liaison with treatment providers and community resources. The Case Manager 2 monitors client compliance with placement conditions and stipulations. The Case Manager 2 is responsible for carrying a caseload, implementing and facilitating resident activities/interventions, and providing program shift coverage.
Working within Adult Services, the Case Manager 2 works on the Residential Behavioral Health Treatment care team to support clients’ recovery from mental illness, substance use, and homelessness.
Requirements:
- High School diploma or GED
- 3 years related experience in the direct service and case management field
- The ideal candidate will have experience working with the SPMI population in a residential setting and with individuals who are re-entering the community after a period of incarceration.
- Valid Connecticut Driver’s License
- Regular and predictable attendance is required
Orientation:
If selected for employment with The Connection, newly hired employees will be required to attend a two (2) day mandatory New Hire Orientation at our Roscommon office located in Middletown.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full time employment
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution
- Company paid short and long term disability and life insurance with full time employment
- Paid time off (vacation, personal and sick) with full time employment
- 12 paid holidays
The Connection is a statewide human services and community development agency that provides unique solutions to the problems of homelessness, mental illness, substance use, improving child welfare and community justice rehabilitation. For additional information, visit www.theconnectioninc.org.
Position: Case Manager 2
Program: Sierra Pre Trial DOC Mental Health
Location: New Haven
Salary: $22.00/hour
Schedule: Full time, 40 hours, 1st shift, Saturday (7:30-3:30p) & 2nd shift, Tuesday-Friday (2:30-10:30p)
Program Summary:
During their 3-6 months length of stay in this congregate care setting, pre-trial adult males with a primary mental health diagnosis are provided with case management, supervision, and psycho-educational and skill-building services to support them in re-entering the community after a period of incarceration. The goal is to reduce recidivism through establishing positive behavioral change and pro-social community connectivity.
Position Summary:
The Case Manager 2 is responsible for providing case management services, including but not limited to: intake assessment, risk/needs assessment, psycho-social education, development and implementation of individual service plans, discharge planning, and liaison with treatment providers and community resources. The Case Manager 2 monitors client compliance with placement conditions and stipulations. The Case Manager 2 is responsible for carrying a caseload, implementing and facilitating resident activities/interventions, and providing program shift coverage.
Working within Adult Services, the Case Manager 2 works on the Residential Behavioral Health Treatment care team to support clients’ recovery from mental illness, substance use, and homelessness.
Requirements:
- High School diploma or GED
- 3 years related experience in the direct service and case management field
- The ideal candidate will have experience working with the SPMI population in a residential setting and with individuals who are re-entering the community after a period of incarceration.
- Valid Connecticut Driver’s License
- Regular and predictable attendance is required
Orientation:
If selected for employment with The Connection, newly hired employees will be required to attend a two (2) day mandatory New Hire Orientation at our Roscommon office located in Middletown.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full time employment
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution
- Company paid short and long term disability and life insurance with full time employment
- Paid time off (vacation, personal and sick) with full time employment
- 12 paid holidays
The Connection is a statewide human services and community development agency that provides unique solutions to the problems of homelessness, mental illness, substance use, improving child welfare and community justice rehabilitation. For additional information, visit www.theconnectioninc.org.
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The qualifications that appear most often in mental health jobs across Connecticut.
- Active Connecticut license such as LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or LADC issued by the Connecticut Department of Public Health
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or a related behavioral health field
- Experience delivering individual and group therapy in outpatient, inpatient, or community-based settings
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems used in Connecticut behavioral health settings
- Ability to complete clinical documentation in compliance with Connecticut state billing and Medicaid requirements
- Strong familiarity with evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
Mental Health Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health professional in Connecticut?
To work as a licensed mental health professional in Connecticut, you must obtain a credential through the Connecticut Department of Public Health, which oversees licenses including the LPC, LCSW, LMFT, and LADC. Each requires a qualifying master's or doctoral degree from an accredited program and supervised post-graduate clinical hours before you sit for the relevant licensure exam. The number of supervised hours and the approved examination vary by credential type.
Which companies hire mental health professionals in Connecticut?
Connecticut mental health roles are posted by Hartford HealthCare, Effective School Solutions, and Wheeler Clinic and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Connecticut's behavioral health landscape is anchored by large integrated health systems and nonprofit community mental health centers, which together account for the majority of full-time clinical openings across the state.
Which Connecticut cities have the most mental health jobs?
Stamford, Waterbury, and Hartford have the most mental health job openings in Connecticut right now. Hartford leads because it is the state's administrative and healthcare center, home to major hospital systems and state-funded behavioral health agencies, while New Haven's concentration of academic medical institutions and Bridgeport's dense community health network drive strong hiring in those cities as well.
Are there remote mental health jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields, because telehealth has become a recognized care delivery model for therapy and counseling. About 35% of mental health openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting steady telehealth adoption since expanded licensure policies took hold. Roles in individual outpatient therapy and substance use counseling are the most likely to be offered remotely, while crisis services and inpatient positions remain on-site.
How can I get hired as a mental health professional in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a mental health associate, case manager, or community support specialist role while you accumulate the supervised hours required for Connecticut licensure. Large employers such as Hartford HealthCare Behavioral Health, Wheeler Clinic, and Community Health Center hire unlicensed or pre-licensed candidates into structured residency-style positions that count toward LPC or LCSW requirements. Completing a Connecticut-based field placement during your graduate program with one of these organizations is one of the strongest ways to convert an internship into a paid offer.
Where can I find and apply to mental health jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to mental health jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred setting, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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