Case Manager

Date posted: November 21, 2025

Pay: $70,000.00 per year

Job description:

Date posted: November 21, 2025

Pay: $70,000.00 per year

Job description:

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Case Manager

Department: Community Cares Programs and services

RESPONSIBLE TO: Executive Director(s)

SALARY: $70,000

STATUS: Full time exempt

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

The Transformative Justice Project of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services.

About Us

The Transformative Justice Project of Colorado (TJP) is a dedicated nonprofit organization focused on advocating for the rights and well-being of system-impacted youth. We build a world where we keep kids in school and out of prison. TJP (formerly Colorado Juvenile Defenders Center) is on a mission to abolish the school-to-prison pipeline by dismantling systemic racism embedded in the existing institutions of education, mental health, and criminal injustice, while helping young people to develop the tools to define their own story. We are a growing organization and there is an opportunity for this position to grow along with us. We welcome you to join us in this work.

At TJP, we ground our work in decolonization, antiracism, and collective care — values that guide how we show up for youth and for each other. Practically, this means we examine systems of power while maintaining professional accountability, structure, and clear roles within a nonprofit organization.

We practice shared leadership among our Executive Directors, which means shared power with clear oversight — not collective decision-making by all staff. We strive to decolonize our work by unlearning harmful systems while upholding boundaries, transparent communication, and mutual respect. This approach ensures that our commitment to justice aligns with sustainable, functional organizational practices.

Core Values: Radical love, anti racism, community, decolonizing/reindeionizing, collective healing

How To Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following documents :Resume, cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position to: . Please include “Transformative Justice Project Position” in the subject line

Important Note: Successful applicants will ensure their resume & cover letter clearly demonstrate that their work experience describes how they meet ALL required qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY: This position will work closely with our clients providing direct support and services tailored to their individual and unique needs, while adhering to the guidelines and best practice approaches used by all TJP Case Managers. Case Managers are expected to positively represent the core values and mission focus of TJP with clients and others in the community. The ideal candidate will have superior organizational skills, great leadership qualities, exceptional work ethic, the ability to successfully self-manage timelines towards specific deliverables and outcomes, and have significant case management experience with youth and under-served populations. This is a designated, exempt position and reports to the Executive Director(s). Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core Responsibilities

• Perform all work consistent with TJP core values.
• Must engage with all internal and external contacts with respect, cultural humility, and intentionality.
• Cultural competency must be demonstrated.
• Must be committed to ongoing anti-racism and decolonial coaching.

Client-Centered Work

• Manage and maintain an assigned caseload as designated by your direct supervisor, ensuring timely, high-quality, and personalized service delivery.
• Provide direct support and services tailored to each youth’s unique goals, strengths, and needs, including advocacy, skill-building, and resource coordination.
• Develop and adjust individualized service plans in collaboration with youth, families, and community partners to promote stability and empowerment.
• Offer flexible scheduling and utilize a community-based approach to ensure accessibility and convenience, meeting youth where they are—both physically and developmentally.
• Maintain consistent communication with youth regarding upcoming appointments, court dates, and program activities, using proactive reminders and check-ins to support engagement.
• Accurately document all client interactions, service plans, and progress notes in designated databases, ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Identify, connect, and coordinate with community agencies, programs, and resources to provide comprehensive, wraparound support for each youth.

Court and Systems Advocacy

• Attend court hearings and related legal proceedings as appropriate to provide direct support and advocacy for youth.
• Assist youth in understanding and navigating the court process, including preparation for hearings and coordination with legal representatives or probation officers.
• Communicate and collaborate with family, youth, court personnel, attorneys, and other system partners to ensure youth voices and needs are represented and supported.
• Advocate for fair treatment and outcomes that align with the best interests and well-being of youth.

Professional Development and Growth

• Exceptional ability to receive constructive feedback and demonstrate the capacity for self-reflection and improvement.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional development.

Collaboration and Problem-Solving

• Demonstrate ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Initiate and participate in problem resolution.

Grant and Program Support

• Must understand our grant goals and priorities to provide accurate feedback and reporting, aligning with the bigger picture of organizational needs and demonstrating success to grantors.
• Possess a working understanding of federal, state, and sponsor regulations, guidelines, and policies, with the ability to navigate and adapt them to meet the unique needs of each program and community.
• Able to compile necessary information for the application process through collaboration with other staff, project management tools, and other resources.

Administrative Duties

• Manage timelines and deliverables.
• All other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Licensure:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field, or equivalent work experience of 7+ years in a relevant professional capacity

Experience:

• Three to five years of experience in mental health services & trauma work
• Experience in case management, particularly with individuals ages 10 to 25.
• A strong background in trauma-informed care is essential to ensure the delivery of supportive and empathetic services that address the unique needs of this age group. The ideal candidate should demonstrate an understanding of the challenges faced by youth and young people, and be skilled in providing services.
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of administrative experience includes managing day-to-day office operations, organizing schedules, maintaining accurate records, coordinating communication, and ensuring tasks and projects move forward efficiently
• Experience in special education is highly preferred.
• Experience with nonprofits is preferred.
• Experience in the criminal injustice system is preferred.

Language Skills:

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish preferred
• Language proficiency assessment will be required

Technical Proficiency:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs, and general computer software usage.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must have knowledge of trauma, trauma response, and trauma-informed care.
• Must be able to define a community-based approach.
• Must be able to define the School-to-Prison Pipeline.
• Analytical and reasoning skills with decision-making abilities are required.
• Must demonstrate leadership and management skills.
• Possesses high levels of organization, prioritization, self-management, and initiative.
• Must possess creative problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with self-sufficiency.
• Must demonstrate flexibility, strong organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Must have well-developed interpersonal skills—tactful, mature, and able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups in a multicultural environment.
• Must be proactive, with the ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Ability to inform and communicate orally and in writing in diverse and challenging situations is required.
• Must demonstrate outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to navigate challenging situations with strong personal and professional judgment.
• Ability to set boundaries effectively and kindly.

Cultural Alignment and Values:

• Must be committed to anti-racism and decolonization efforts.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and practice of TJP Core Values.
• Ability to remain sensitive to local community and nonprofit issues/needs and exemplify tact and humility in carrying out day-to-day foundation needs.
• Must be a cultural fit into the organization.

Other Requirements:

• Reliable transportation is required.
• Must have auto insurance
• Transportation of clients is required
• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Applicants must be experienced with establishing relationships between individuals and organizations of influence, including funders, partner agencies, and volunteers.
• Able to show sound judgment, discretion, and commitment.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently sit, stand, and walk.
• Occasionally bend/stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level, kneel, push/pull, carry up to fifty (50) pounds with assistance and lift up to thirty (30) pounds.
• Driving required must be able to drive up to four hours a day.

Benefits:

• United Health Medical Insurance
• A flexible and inclusive PTO and Paid Sick Leave policies that prioritize your well-being, offering ample time for rest, personal needs, and family care, while also recognizing the significant emotional labor required for this position.
• Ongoing learning and growth through workshops, trainings, and career development resources, empowering you to advance your skills and achieve your professional goals
• Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule (upon successful completion of the probationary period) balancing in-office collaboration with remote work to suit your needs and support a healthy work-life balance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Spanish Preferred