Director, Trauma-Informed 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

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,