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

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Aurora, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid holidays and vacation/sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer in the community on paidtime

Job summary

Housing Authority of the City of Aurora seeks an experienced Opportunity & Self-Sufficiency Case Manager to implement and operate a self-sufficiency program across AHA properties. You will manage 25–30 subsidized families, identify goals, increase earned income, and promote asset-building and long-term self-sufficiency.

You will build partnerships with local financial institutions, coordinate workshops, and support active Resident Councils to incorporate resident voices into programming and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and relevant field.
• 2–4 years of experience delivering goal-oriented case management, financial coaching, or resident services.
• Proficiency in Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed communication, person-centered goal setting, and maintaining professional boundaries.
• 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; proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 25-30 families receiving rental subsidies with high-touch, individualized support.
• Understand program eligibility guidelines and conduct screenings to maintain active caseloads.
• Meet with participants in person, including home visits and on-site meetings to reduce barriers.
• Partner with families to apply strengths-based problem-solving strategies.
• Utilize Motivational Interviewing to empower families toward self-identified goals.
• Implement internal program policies, expectations, and milestone tracking from intake through graduation.
• Maintain participant records in Resident Connect and document referrals and progression toward goals.
• Cultivate partnerships with local financial institutions and housing/workforce resources for site-based financial wellness.
• Provide leadership and support for Resident Councils and coordinate with ECHO staff for programming.
• Collaborate with residents, AHA staff, and community colleagues to support broad engagement.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Trauma-informed communication

Person-centered goal setting

Maintaining professional boundaries

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Public Administration, or a related field

Tools

Resident Connect

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, Teams)

Job description

Opportunity & Self-Sufficiency Case Manager

Full-time

The mission of the Housing Authority of the City of Aurora (AHA) is to develop and promote quality housing while supporting and encouraging economic opportunities leading to self-sufficiency and independence. AHA accomplishes this mission by providing affordable or subsidized housing at 15 different properties, administering approximately 1700 vouchers, and offering a variety of programs with case management.

AHA fosters a professional, productive, and friendly work environment in which the open exchange of ideas and information is encouraged. At AHA, we know that our reputation and impact are built upon the acts of each employee.

Why work for AHA?

• Make a difference in your community
• Earn outstanding benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k w/ 4.5% employer match, and robustholiday, vacation, and sick leave policies
• Participate in a diverse workplace that values inclusivity
• Volunteer in the community on paid time
• Continue your education on the job and through our tuition reimbursement program

Prior to hire, candidates will receive our full benefits guide detailing these and other benefits.

AHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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 25–30 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

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Public Administration, or a related field required.
• Minimum 2–4 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.

Conditions of Employment

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

Salary range for this role will be $65,000-$68,000 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.