Vice President Community Services

BHcare; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

BHcare in Connecticut seeks a Vice President, Community Services to lead trauma-informed, person-centered community programs across the state. This full-time, 37.5-hour-per-week role shapes program direction, partnerships, and outcomes across domestic violence, housing, prevention, recovery, and related services.

You will oversee program directors, drive growth and innovation, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while advancing BHcare’s mission to improve access to care for families and

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Social Work or related behavioral health field.
• Connecticut independent clinical licensure required.
• Minimum of five years of experience in a psychiatric, behavioral health, or substance use treatment setting.
• At least five years of progressive leadership overseeing multiple programs and staff.
• Experience with budget management, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Experience building partnerships with community organizations and healthcare providers.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and direction for BHcare’s community service areas.
• Strengthen collaboration across behavioral health and community-based programs.
• Lead primary care integration strategy with healthcare partnerships.
• Identify opportunities for program growth, innovation, and grants.
• Coach and support program directors and managers; foster accountability and improvement.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on budgeting, staffing, and resource allocation.
• Monitor utilization, access, outcomes, and quality metrics; inform decisions with data.
• Ensure licensure, accreditation, regulatory, and funding compliance.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Partnership development

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or related field

Connecticut independent clinical licensure

Job description

At BHcare, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a healthy, safe, and fulfilling life. As a leading nonprofit organization serving communities across Connecticut, we provide compassionate, person-centered care through behavioral health, substance use, domestic violence, housing, prevention, recovery, and community-based services.

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Vice President, Community Services to join our senior leadership team. This role offers an opportunity to shape the future of critical community programs, strengthen partnerships, and lead innovative solutions that improve the lives of individuals and families throughout Connecticut.

This position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week.

This position will travel across various sites.

Candidates must reside in Connecticut to be eligible for this position.

What You Will Do

As the Vice President, Community Services, you will provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and program direction for BHcare's assigned community service areas, including domestic violence services, residential and housing programs, prevention services, recovery and wellness programs, and related community partnerships. You will strengthen collaboration across services, advance BHcare's primary care integration efforts, and support organizational priorities while ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed, person-centered services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee BHcare's assigned community service programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and mission.
• Strengthen collaboration across behavioral health and community-based service programs.
• Lead BHcare's primary care integration strategy through healthcare partnerships and expanded access to coordinated behavioral health and primary care services.
• Identify opportunities for program growth, innovation, and grant-funded initiatives.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to program directors and managers while fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on budgeting, operational planning, staffing models, and resource allocation.
• Monitor service utilization, access, outcomes, and quality metrics and develop data-informed recommendations to support strategic decision-making and operational improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all licensure, accreditation, contractual, regulatory, and funding requirements.
• Represent BHcare in community collaborations, stakeholder meetings, and strategic partnerships.
• Evaluate emerging community needs and identify opportunities to enhance services and access to care.
• Support grant development, implementation, and sustainability efforts
• Lead talent development initiatives, including hiring, performance management, and professional growth of staff.

What You Will Bring

• Master's degree or higher in Social Work or a related behavioral health field.
• Connecticut independent clinical licensure or equivalent professional licensure required.
• Minimum of five years of experience in a psychiatric, behavioral health, or substance use treatment setting.
• At least five years of progressive leadership experience overseeing multiple programs, service lines, and management-level staff.
• Demonstrated experience with budget management, operational planning, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Experience building and maintaining partnerships with community organizations, healthcare providers, and system stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and decision-making skills.

Why Work at BHcare

• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals, families, and communities.
• Join a mission-driven organization committed to innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Influence strategic initiatives that shape community services across Connecticut.
• Work alongside passionate leaders dedicated to improving access to care and support services.
• Lead programs that advance whole-person, trauma-informed care and strengthen community well-being.

What We Offer

The anticipated salary range for this position is $155,000-$175,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined based on a variety of factors including relevant skills, experience, qualifications, certifications, and internal equity considerations.

BHcare offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, company-observed holidays, a retirement savings plan, and other fringe benefits. Benefit eligibility may vary based on position, schedule, and applicable plan or policy requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BHcare 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