Director Domestic Violence Services

Director Domestic Violence Services

BHcare is seeking a passionate and strategic Director of Domestic Violence Services to lead our comprehensive domestic violence programs, including the Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services (UCDVS) and the Hope Family Justice Center (HFJC).

This is a unique opportunity to shape innovative, trauma-informed services that support survivors and strengthen communities across Connecticut.

About the Role

As Director, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across all domestic violence programs. You'll guide multidisciplinary teams, ensure high-quality, victim-centered services, and drive innovation, growth, and community partnerships.

Your leadership will directly impact the safety, empowerment, and self-determination of survivors.

• Set vision, strategy, and measurable goals for domestic violence services
• Identify and lead program expansion, integration, and innovation opportunities
• Ensure alignment with BHcare, CCADV, and OVS standards

• Oversee operations across multiple locations, including shelters, courts, housing programs, and community sites
• Ensure regulatory, contractual, and accreditation compliance
• Develop and improve policies and procedures

• Support and monitor program budgets
• Lead grant writing, reporting, and compliance activities

• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and growth
• Ensure effective staffing models to meet service demands

• Represent BHcare in the community and with key stakeholders
• Build and maintain partnerships across the domestic violence ecosystem
• Participate in state coalition initiatives

• Partner with Development on fundraising efforts
• Engage donors and community supporters
• Promote program impact and awareness

• Provide backup support to frontline staff as needed
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the certified domestic violence counselor per CGS 52-146k before providing direct service to clients, followed with six-hour recertification yearly.

• Bachelor's degree required;
  Master's preferred (Human Services or related field)
• 5+ years of progressive experience in human services (domestic violence strongly preferred)
• Proven leadership and staff management experience
• Strong knowledge of domestic violence dynamics and systems
• Experience with program management, budgeting, and grants

• Exceptional communication and public speaking skills
• Strategic thinker with strong project management capabilities
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Collaborative leader who builds strong, mission-driven teams
• Commitment to equity, ethics, and survivor-centered care

At BHcare, your work matters. You'll join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving lives through compassionate, high-quality care.

• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of survivors
• Lead innovative, community-based programs
• Collaborate with passionate professionals and partners
• Contribute to a culture grounded in respect, integrity, and inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status or uniformed service member status.