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One of my local government clients are currently recruiting an experienced Housing Options Officer on a temporary basis. This is a 3-month minimum contract with the possibility of the role being extended further to work Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Hybrid working role were, however, you will be required to attend the office 2/3 times a week.

Overview:

* Provide housing advice and assistance to customers in line with current legislation and council policy, providing a professional, sensitive, and confidential service.

* To help meet the council’s obligations under the prevent and relief duties of the act, in order to prevent homelessness by engaging in effective partnership working, negotiating and/or mediating, and providing accurate advice and assistance.

* Undertake any other reasonable duties, such as assisting clients with applications to the Housing Register, Rent Deposit Scheme, referrals, and Medical Assessment forms, and assist with housing queries.

* Function as a support officer to caseworkers when people approach the service for housing assistance.

* Function as a triage officer, giving housing advice and booking homeless appointments for Housing Options Officers.

* Regularly review applicants personalised housing plans (PHP) and help applicants to find alternative accommodation.

* Have an awareness of legislation case law, government guidance, and professional good practice in relation to parts VI & VII of the Housing Act 1996 as amended by HRA 2017.

If you are interested in this vacancy, please send your CV to Jahker Miah from Coyle Personnel Ltd