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
• Maintain required certification as a battered women’s counselor

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.