Opportunity & Self-Sufficiency Case Manager (Only Internal Applications Accepted)

This position is responsible for implementing and operating a self-sufficiency program at AHA for families receiving rental subsidies. The Self-Sufficiency Case Manager will carry a caseload of 25-30 families working with them to identify goals increase earned income build assets and achieve long-term self-sufficiency. Beyond direct caseload management this position serves as a strategic liaison to build and maintain community partnerships that deliver site-based opportunities across all family properties. Key initiatives focus on advancing family financial wellness establishing actionable pathways to homeownership and building resident leadership. Additionally the Opportunity and Self-Sufficiency Case Manager will facilitate and support active Resident Councils at two designated properties ensuring resident voices guide community programming and property-level engagement.

• Manage a dedicated caseload of 25-30 families receiving rental subsidies delivering high-touch individualized support focused on goal setting income progression and long-term self-sufficiency.
• Maintain a complete accurate understanding of program eligibility guidelines conducting thorough screenings during outreach and recruitment across AHA family properties to ensure participants meet all eligibility criteria and maintain a full active caseload of 2530 households.
• Meet with participants in person frequently conducting home visits meeting at on-site AHA property offices or connecting at accessible community locations to remove participation barriers.
• Partner with participating families to apply creative strengths-based problem-solving strategies as barriers arise helping them adjust action steps and stay on track toward their self-sufficiency goals.
• Utilize Motivational Interviewing techniques to empower families to move toward self-identified goals.
• Implement internal program policies participant expectations and milestone tracking from intake through graduation.
• Maintain clear transparent and consistent policies regarding access to the savings incentive program ensuring participants understand requirements balance tracking and withdrawal criteria for asset-building milestones.
• Administer participant goal plans and track milestone achievements earned income growth and savings incentive/asset-building activities.
• Maintain accurate and timely participant records in Resident Connect including case notes community referrals and participant program involvement and progression toward individual goals.
• Cultivate community partnerships with local financial institutions housing counselors and workforce resources to deliver site-based financial wellness credit building and homeownership readiness opportunities across all family properties.
• Utilize Resident Connect to log workshop participation track participant attendance and record outcomes.
• Serve as the primary advisor and liaison for active Resident Councils at two designated properties supporting resident leadership community programming and property-level engagement while collaborating with ECHO staff to bring relevant programming and supportive services to residents.
• Utilize Resident Connect to track Resident Council attendance engagement metrics and leadership development across designated properties.
• Collaborate with the broader ECHO team to assist with departmental events as needed including supporting commodities distribution and community building events.
• Serve strictly as a resource connector and referral agent for residents outside the designated caseload maintaining professional scope and service boundaries.
• Collaborate with and communicate effectively with residents AHA staff members and community colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Social Work Human Services Psychology Public Administration or a related field required.
• Minimum 24 years of experience delivering goal-oriented case management financial coaching or resident services within housing or community settings.
• Proficiency in Motivational Interviewing trauma-informed communication person-centered goal setting and maintaining professional boundaries in community-based work.
• Demonstrated experience developing partnerships coordinating workshops and advising resident groups or community councils.
• Experience using client databases (Resident Connect) to document case notes track attendance and report on outcomes alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook Word Excel Access Teams)

Working Conditions: 

• Must have the ability to work occasional evenings to accommodate participant availability and attend mandatory evening commitments including twice-monthly Resident Council meetings.

Additional Information :

Conditions of employment:

Valid Colorado Driver License and proof of Insurance due to necessary travel amongst various local properties.

Please submit a resume and cover letter when responding to this job posting.

Salary range for this role will be $65000-$68000 depending upon experience.

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act we are actively recruiting for this position and accepting applications. This posting will remain open until the role is filled or until October 2026 whichever comes first.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law. Applicants with disabilities or those who require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process are encouraged to contact us to request assistance.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time