Director Domestic Violence Services

BHcare Inc.; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BHcare in Connecticut seeks an experienced Director of Domestic Violence Services to lead programs that empower survivors and advance trauma-informed care across the region. You will provide strategic and operational leadership for the Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services and the HOPE Family Justice Center, ensuring survivor-centered practices and regulatory alignment.

Responsibilities include overseeing operations at multiple locations, developing staff, managing budgets and grants,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Connecticut clinical licensure (LMSW, LCSW, or equivalent) highly preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in human services, with DV services preferred.
• Experience with budgeting, grant management, compliance, and community partnerships.
• Excellent communication, public speaking, organizational, and technology skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for BHcare's domestic violence services.
• Oversee program operations across multiple service locations, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Lead, coach, and develop staff while fostering accountability and collaboration.
• Manage program budgets, grants, reporting, and funding opportunities for sustainability.
• Build partnerships with community agencies, funders, and statewide DV organizations.
• Support fundraising, community engagement, and regulatory reporting.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Technology skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services / Social Work / Psychology / Public Administration or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

At BHcare, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a healthy, safe, and fulfilling life. Our teams provide compassionate support to individuals and families across Connecticut through behavioral health, substance use, domestic violence, housing, and community-based services.We are seeking an experienced and mission-driven Director of Domestic Violence Services to lead programs that empower survivors, strengthen communities, and advance trauma-informed care throughout the region.This is a full-time position within our Domestic Violence Services division.Candidates must reside in Connecticut to be eligible for this position.What You Will Do:As the Director of Domestic Violence Services, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for BHcare's domestic violence programs, including the Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services (UCDVS) and the HOPE Family Justice Center (HFJC). You will ensure services remain trauma-informed, survivor-centered, and aligned with regulatory, contractual, and best practice standards.Key Responsibilities:Provide strategic and operational leadership for all domestic violence services, including the Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services and HOPE Family Justice Center, ensuring programs are trauma-informed, survivor-centered, and aligned with best practices.Oversee program operations across multiple service locations, driving quality, compliance, continuous improvement, and effective service delivery.Lead, coach, and develop staff while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, professional growth, and exceptional client services.Manage program budgets, grants, reporting, and funding opportunities to ensure financial sustainability and achievement of organizational goals.Build and maintain strong partnerships with community agencies, funders, stakeholders, and statewide domestic violence organizations while serving as a visible advocate for survivors.Support fundraising, community engagement, and organizational initiatives while ensuring accurate reporting, data integrity, and regulatory compliance. [What You Will Bring:Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Public Administration, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.Connecticut clinical licensure (LMSW, LCSW, or equivalent) is highly preferred.Five or more years of progressive leadership experience in human services, with domestic violence services experience strongly preferred.Demonstrated experience leading teams, supervising staff, managing complex programs, and driving organizational outcomes.Strong knowledge of domestic violence dynamics, victim-centered services, community systems, and trauma-informed practices.Experience with budgeting, grant management, compliance, program development, and community partnerships.Excellent communication, public speaking, organizational, and technology skillsWhy Work at BHcare?Meaningful work that directly impacts individuals, families, and communities.Opportunity to lead highly visible, mission-driven programs serving survivors across Connecticut.Collaborative and supportive leadership team.Professional development and growth opportunities.Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement savings options, and ongoing training opportunities.Join Our TeamIf you are a compassionate, experienced leader committed to advancing services for survivors and strengthening communities, we encourage you to apply and join BHcare's mission of helping people live healthy, safe, and fulfilling lives.Equal Employment OpportunityBHcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, marital or civil union status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.