Contract Duration: 2-3 months

Employer: Local Authority

Job Purpose

Provide expert advice on security of tenure and support tenants at risk of losing their tenancy
Proactively manage complex casework and contribute to case reviews to prevent homelessness
Build effective working relationships with various social care and housing partners
Investigate and discharge the Council’s homeless duty in specific cases

Key Duties/Accountabilities

Provide detailed advice on security of tenure
Proactively manage complex casework to prevent homelessness
Build effective working relationships with various social care and housing partners
Investigate and discharge the Council’s homeless duty in specific cases

Essential Experience Required

Experience in delivering in a pressurised Housing Options Services
Experience in case work and case work management systems
Experience in working on defined operational projects with tight deadlines and minimum supervision

Essential Qualification Required

Additional Information

Working hours: 36.20 hours per week
Working arrangements: Office-based 50% of the time after completion of an office-based induction period
Office hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm

Application Deadline: Apply ASAP

Requirements

Experience in delivering in a pressurised Housing Options Services
Experience in case work and case work management systems
Experience in working on defined operational projects with tight deadlines and minimum supervision
NVQ, Diploma, relevant degree, or relevant experience in a relevant field

Housing Advice and Homeless Prevention Officer