Director Domestic Violence Services

## Director Domestic Violence Services

# **Lead with purpose. Drive impact. Empower survivors.**

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.

### **What You’ll Do:**

### **Strategic & Program Leadership**

• 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

### **Operations & Compliance**

• 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

### **Financial & Grant Management**

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

### **Team Leadership**

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

### **Community Engagement**

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

### **Fundraising & Visibility**

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

### **Direct Service & Support**

• 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.

### **What You Bring:**
### **Qualifications**

• 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

### **Skills & Strengths**

• 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

### **Why Join BHcare?**
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

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***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.***