Case Manager (STAR Program) Evening Shift

Job Description 

Job Title: Case Manager ​ position- evening shift (11am-8pm)

Job Status:​Regular Full Time, Salaried ​ 

FLSA: Exempt​ 

Reports to: Program Manager​ 

Job Summary/Purpose: 

The Case Manager provides client-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive services to individuals and families, supporting the mission of Servicios de La Raza. This position exercises independent judgment and discretion in assessing client needs, developing comprehensive care plans, and coordinating services. The Case Manager provides psychoeducation, crisis intervention, and harm reduction support, while maintaining compliance with agency standards and regulatory requirements. By engaging with internal and external partners, maintaining accurate documentation, and participating in community outreach, the Case Manager strengthens equitable access to services and enhances client well-being. 

This role supports the Denver STAR Program (Support Team Assisted Response), that delivers mobile emergency response services to community members experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises. In collaboration with city partners, Servicios de La Raza provides on-site assessment, crisis intervention, de-escalation, and connection to vital resources in response to low-risk calls where no imminent danger is present. Grounded in trauma-informed care and harm reduction, STAR ensures culturally and linguistically responsive support for individuals in moments of crisis. 

Job Duties and Key Responsibilities:  

Assess clients’ individualized needs via a comprehensive multifaceted assessment tool addressing social determinants of health 

Develop comprehensive case management plans and coordinate care, applying professional judgment to prioritize and tailor services 

Facilitate client-centered, trauma-informed interventions and harm reduction approaches 

Provide psychoeducation regarding issues relevant to mental health and substance misuse 

Develop client safety plans as needed 

Engage in de-escalation and crisis interventions when required, exercising discretion in response strategies 

Participate in targeted community outreach and events across diverse settings 

Provide internal and external resources and referrals to support client care 

Complete all necessary client and department documentation according to SDLR standards 

Maintain timely and detailed records of all client interactions in accordance with best practices 

Uphold confidentiality of all client protected health information following HIPAA guidelines 

Engage with external community-serving organizations and establish new partnerships 

Exercise discretion and independent judgment in decision-making, service prioritization, and problem resolution 

All members of the SDLR workforce are expected to support the agency’s community outreach, civic engagement, and recruitment efforts 

Support the agency’s fundraising objectives, which may include tasks such as active fundraising, grant development, solicitation of donations, agency ambassadorship, and informational outreach, and public speaking 

Commitment to and experience with equity, cultural relevance, diversity, social justice, and disparity reduction practices with persons of color, agencies of color, and underserved communities 

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, agency partners, and the public 

Other duties as assigned 

Required Education, experience and Credentialing: 

Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation 

High School Diploma or equivalent  

Preferred Education, experience and Credentialing: 

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, human services, social work, or other related field  

Relevant years of experience will be considered 

Key Competencies:  

VALUES & CULTURE –
Respects the agency’s values and is accountable to living the mission of Servicios de La Raza 

DECISION MAKING - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; compares data from different sources to draw conclusions; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences 

BUILDING TRUST - Interacts with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization 

BUILDING PARTNERSHIPS – Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, units, or organizations to help achieve business goals 

INNOVATION - Creates novel solutions with measurable value for existing and potential clients; experiments with new ways to solve problems and seize opportunities that result in unique and differentiated solutions 

DRIVING FOR RESULTS - Sets high goals for personal and group accomplishment; uses measurement methods to monitor progress toward goals; tenaciously works to meet or exceed goals while deriving satisfaction from that achievement and continuous improvement 

STRESS TOLERANCE - Maintains stable performance under pressure; handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organization 

Working Environment and Physical Requirements 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate computer, telephone, and a variety of office equipment 

Occasionally may need to reach, stoop or kneel 

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work 

ADA accessible; Active Safety Committee 

Ability to perform basic office duties 

Benefits: 

An eager, thriving organization committed to serving with excellence 

SDLR supports Fair Chance hiring and employment practices 

Generous benefit package including Health, FSA, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Paid Time Off,401K, etc. 

Inclusion and Diversity:  

Servicios de La Raza is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are a non-profit organization where diverse backgrounds, experiences and viewpoints are valued. Servicios de La Raza does not make hiring or employment decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, age, ethnic or national origin, or any other basis protected by all local, state, or federal laws.