Director, Center for Safety & Empowerment (Trauma‑Informed)

YWCA Northeast Kansas; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

YWCA Northeast Kansas is seeking a CSE Director to lead the Center for Safety and Empowerment. The role oversees DV, SV, HT, and stalking services, ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed delivery across multiple counties.

You will supervise program managers, coordinate with partners, and maintain compliance with funder requirements. The Director will promote survivor-centered practices, support staff development, and advance an integrated service model within the Main Office and partner sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Public Administration or related field.
• 3–5 years of DV/SV/HT/ST or human services programming experience preferred.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, survivor-centered service models.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of all CSE services with survivor-centered approach.
• Supervise program managers and staff; provide coaching and performance feedback.
• Ensure compliance with funder requirements, contracts, and regulatory standards.
• Develop partnerships with community organizations to strengthen service delivery.
• Coordinate across service areas to ensure a seamless client experience.
• Lead quality assurance, documentation, reporting, and audits readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Trauma-informed care

Staff development

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work / Human Services / Public Administration

Tools

Excel

Word processing

Data tracking software

Job description

YWCA Northeast Kansas is seeking a CSE Director to lead the Center for Safety and Empowerment. The role oversees DV, SV, HT, and stalking services, ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed delivery across multiple counties.

You will supervise program managers, coordinate with partners, and maintain compliance with funder requirements. The Director will promote survivor-centered practices, support staff development, and advance an integrated service model within the Main Office and partner sites.