Lead Case Manager/ Housing Navigator
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Job Title:Lead Case Manager/ Housing Navigator
FLSA Status: Full Time - exemptReports to:Program Manager
Schedule:VarietyRate of Pay: $61,068.80 per year
Closing Date
Benefits: Standard; Full-Time, Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following:
- Health, vision, dental, life as well as voluntary life and disability insurance
- Sick leave benefit – 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire)
- Vacation benefit – 20 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of .0769 hours for each hour worked (accrual begins at hire but may not be used until the completion of six months of employment)
- One floating day off for use (accrued immediately, and again annually, but may not be used until the completion of the initial three-month introductory period of employment)
- Pension Plan (after one year of continuous service)
- Voluntary Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan (403(b)plan)
Function:
The Lead Case Manager provides leadership to the housing focused support services team in Denver Metro Social Services. The lead case manager provides supervision of all case managers and resource case managers in the Denver Metro area. This includes providing oversight for assessments, individual housing plans, and housing first program design for participants to successfully become rehoused in the broader community.
- Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee all case managers, resource navigators, and interns
- Assess and develop a best practice re-integration program and case management plan for participants
- Develop employment training assistance for participants
- Network with and connect appropriate community resources/service
Oversee Services and Staff
- Implement and oversee services that effectively transition individuals experiencing housing displacement to greater self-sufficiency
- Manage a limited caseload of complex cases
- Establish standardized assessments and housing plans for each person
- Keep up-to-date documentation and records of all participants in the program
- Produce timely data reports, including outcome measures and quarterly reports for city contracts
- Monitor and track financials
Develop a Housing Focused Program
- Assess need and potential impact of a comprehensive re-integration program for single men experiencing housing displacement
- Assist in establishing a basic data analysis of program effectiveness and impact relative to outcome objectives and measures
- Develop outreach and recruitment strategy to engage individuals experiencing housing displacement
Housing First Employment Training Assistance
- Establish diverse employment training opportunities for program participants to reduce barriers to housing
- Secure external career assessment and guidance services
- Promote community partnerships for permanent employment for participants
Network with Community Resources and Partners
- Initiate networking relationships with community resources and service providers
- Encourage coordinated access/connection/linkage for participants with community resources
- Participate in community meetings and collaborations
Promote community and for-profit involvement
Special Projects
- Offer leadership to special projects assigned by Denver Metro Social Services Director
- Must have a valid Colorado driver's license and be able to travel to multiple sites on a given day
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army
- Strong communication and people skills.
- Demonstrated history of providing professional, effective case management services
- Competent in providing a positive, solution-focused approach to working with troubled program participants
- Able to conceptualize, teach and model case management skills, including motivational interviewing and trauma informed care.
- Experience providing supervision to staff.
- Desire to serve others by building on their strengths
- Competent in working independently within clear parameters in a team environment
- Must be minimally 21 years of age and possessing a valid in-state Driver's License
Qualification and Education Requirements:
Master’s in social work (M.S.W.) with at least 2 years, postgraduate, professional social service experience (L.C.S.W. preferred), preferred; or master’s degree in social services field preferred. Currently credentialed to provide supervision to M.S.W. candidates according to the State of Colorado, preferred. A Bachelor’s degree in a mental health field with at least 3 years case management experience working with individuals with chronic/acute health, mental health needs will be considered. Track record in working with people requiring critical case management experience. 1 year experience working with unhoused populations required. Experience with addiction recovery populations is preferred.
The Salvation Army Mission Statement:
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead. Ability to operate telephone. Ability to lift to 25 pounds. Ability to access and produce information from the computer. Ability to understand written information. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship.
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Education
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Masters or better in Social Work.
Experience
Licenses & Certifications
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Freqently Asked Questions
Working as a Case / Housing Navigator in Denver means engaging with a diverse network of local agencies and adapting to the city's unique housing challenges. Navigators often coordinate with community partners and tailor housing plans to fit Denver's resources, ensuring effective reintegration for displaced individuals.
A Lead Case Manager typically demonstrates expertise in supervisory leadership, complex case oversight, and program development. They excel in motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and crafting housing-first strategies, which elevates their role beyond standard case management to drive systemic impact.
Yes, progressing from a Case / Housing Navigator to leadership roles such as program manager or director is common. Gaining experience in case supervision, community networking, and program design usually paves the way for advanced positions within social services.
In Colorado, credentials like Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) status and supervision authorization for MSW candidates are highly regarded. These certifications demonstrate professional competence and align with state regulatory expectations for leadership in social services.
At The Salvation Army San Francisco, the Lead Case Manager role uniquely blends strong faith-based mission alignment with comprehensive housing-first program oversight. The position also emphasizes collaborative community partnerships and specialized employment training tailored for housing displaced populations.
The Salvation Army provides structured supervision, access to extensive community networks, and ongoing training in trauma-informed care. This support equips Lead Case Managers to manage complex cases with a solution-focused approach, ensuring impactful outcomes for program participants.
The annual salary offered for the Lead Case Manager / Housing Navigator position is approximately $61,068.80. This compensation aligns with Denver's market rates for senior case management roles within nonprofit social services.
Denver's growing focus on addressing housing displacement has increased demand for skilled case managers, making the job market moderately competitive. Candidates with advanced social work credentials and supervisory experience tend to have a hiring advantage.
Traveling case managers in Denver must navigate varying community resources, fluctuating participant needs, and logistical complexities like traffic and geographic spread. Efficient time management and strong local networking are crucial to overcoming these hurdles.
Lead Case Managers oversee teams, develop program strategies, and manage complex cases, whereas Associate Case Managers typically focus on direct client service delivery. Leadership, data reporting, and community partnership cultivation are key differentiators for lead roles.
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