Certified Addiction Counselor
Location: Middletown, CT
Date Opened: 9/2/2026 12:00:00 AM
Salary: $77,053 – $101,911/year (*New State employees start at minimum)
Job Type: Open to the Public
Close Date: 9/14/2026 11:59:00 PM
Do you want to utilize your skills and make a difference? Are you ready to take the next step in your career? If so, please read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity!
The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced individual for the position of Certified Addiction Counselor to join our team.
Connecticut Valley Hospital is Connecticut’s largest state-operated inpatient behavioral health system, providing specialized psychiatric and addiction treatment services to individuals with complex behavioral health needs. The Addiction Services Division Merritt 3AB unit provides residential rehabilitation services for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders in a supportive, recovery-focused environment.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
- Facility: Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH)
- Division: Addiction Services Division (ASD) Merritt 3AB
- Location: Middletown, CT
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, 2nd shift, Sunday – Thursday 12:00pm – 8:30pm
- PCN: 139983
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:
In this role, you will provide direct support and treatment services to individuals in recovery, assist with discharge planning and community connections, and work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary treatment team to support positive patient outcomes. We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping others, thrives in a team-oriented environment, and is committed to providing quality care and support to individuals receiving treatment.
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.
CVH’s vision and mission is to promote recovery through collaborative, compassionate, and culturally competent treatment in a safe, healthy, and caring environment. We provide trauma informed gender responsive treatment that empowers individuals to manage recovery, improve quality of life and return to 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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Certification from the Connecticut Department of Public Health as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor and three (3) years of experience involving risk reduction education and counseling to assist alcohol and drug dependent individuals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
- Licensure from the Connecticut Department of Public Health as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor may be substituted for the General Experience.
- For state employees three (3) years of experience as a Certified Addiction Counselor Trainee may be substituted for the General Experience.