Homelessness Triage and Prevention Officer. Job in Barnehurst LilyLifestyle Jobs

Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Triage and Prevention Officer for a Local Authority Client in Bexley.

In this role you will provide frontline housing options advice and deliver statutory homelessness assessments to help prevent and relieve homelessness in accordance with current legislation and guidance.

Duties

• Provide housing options advice and carry out initial homelessness triage assessments
• Deliver statutory homelessness duties in line with the Housing Act 1996 and relevant legislation
• Work to prevent and relieve homelessness through early intervention and case management
• Liaise with customers, landlords, and partner agencies to secure suitable housing solutions

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience working in housing options, homelessness prevention, or statutory homelessness services
• Strong working knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 (Part VI & VII) and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017
• Proven ability to assess homelessness applications and make lawful, well-reasoned decisions
• Experience managing a busy caseload in a fast-paced local authority environment.

What’s on offer

Salary: 19+ph; may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience.

Contract type: 3-6 months minimum.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week.

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