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Homelessness Prevention Officer – 3 Month Contract
Location: London Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 4AH
Rate: £25.71 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: 3 Month Contract
Hours: Full Time
Pay: Bi-weekly
Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Homelessness Prevention Officer to join our dynamic Homelessness Prevention Team. This crucial frontline role is focused on preventing homelessness through effective case management and housing advice, in accordance with the Housing Act 1996 Part VII and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. You will work closely with individuals and families at risk, conducting thorough housing assessments, creating personalized housing plans, and collaborating with various partners to achieve sustainable housing solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of homelessness prevention and housing options cases.
- Conduct comprehensive housing needs and support assessments.
- Proactively work to prevent homelessness and sustain accommodation.
- Develop and implement Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs).
- Make statutory homelessness decisions under the Homelessness Reduction Act.
- Provide housing advice and support to individuals and families facing homelessness.
- Apply a trauma-informed and person-centred approach to case management.
- Liaise with accommodation providers, community safety teams, landlords, and support agencies.
- Identify vulnerabilities and make appropriate referrals to support services.
- Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with legislation and deadlines.
- Use the JIGSAW case management system to record and manage cases effectively.
Essential
Requirements
Requirements:
- Experience working within a Homelessness Prevention, Housing Options, or Housing Advice service.
- Excellent knowledge of:
- Housing Act 1996 Part VII
- Homelessness Reduction Act 2017
- Homelessness Prevention Duties
- Housing Options and Case Management
- Housing Act 1996 Part VII
- Experience making statutory homelessness decisions.
- Experience undertaking complex housing needs assessments.
- Experience managing a caseload independently.
- Experience working with vulnerable individuals and families.
- Strong partnership working skills.
- Working knowledge of the JIGSAW housing management system.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Desirable
- Local Authority homelessness experience.
- Experience working with clients with multiple and complex needs.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and community safety processes.
- Experience working within a trauma-informed service.
What's on Offer?
- £25.71 per hour (Umbrella)
- 3 Month Contract
- Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire
- Opportunity to work within a fast-paced Homelessness Prevention Team.
- Varied casework focused on preventing homelessness and supporting vulnerable households.
- Excellent opportunity for experienced Housing Options, Homelessness, and Prevention professionals.
Applications are particularly welcomed from candidates with experience as a Homelessness Prevention Officer, Housing Options Officer, Homelessness Officer, Housing Needs Officer, Housing Advisor, Prevention Officer, or Housing Solutions Officer.
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