Homeless Housing Coordinator – 3 Month Contract

Summary

Responsibilities

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  Homelessness Prevention & Assessment
  • Conduct initial homelessness assessments in compliance with statutory duties.
    
  • Identify opportunities for early intervention to prevent or delay homelessness.
    
  • Provide expert housing advice tailored to individual circumstances.
    

• Case Management
  • Manage a caseload focused on the prevention and relief of homelessness.
    
  • Develop and implement customized housing solutions.
    
  • Ensure all actions comply with the Homelessness Reduction Act and local policies.
    

• Advice & Support
  • Offer guidance on housing options, tenancy rights, and legal processes.
    
  • Support applicants in sustaining existing accommodation when possible.
    
  • Assist in accessing opportunities within the private rented sector.
    

• Legal & Legislative Compliance
  • Apply comprehensive knowledge of the Homelessness Reduction Act, housing legislation, and case law.
    
  • Understand possession proceedings, court processes, and evictions.
    
  • Make informed decisions and maintain accurate case records.
    

• Partnership Working
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to provide cohesive support.
    
  • Contribute to Early Help strategy initiatives, enhancing resilience and sustainment outcomes.
    
  • Liaise with services such as welfare benefits, social care, and safeguarding teams.

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  Knowledge
  • Expert understanding of initial homelessness assessments and the Homelessness Reduction Act.
    
  • In-depth knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation, policy, and case law.
    
  • Familiarity with court processes, possession orders, and evictions.
    
  • Strong understanding of welfare benefits and safeguarding vulnerable adults and children.
    

• Experience
  • Experience in homelessness prevention or housing options.
    
  • Proven track record in managing housing cases within a local authority or similar setting.
    
  • Experience delivering advice and support to vulnerable individuals.
    
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
    

• Skills & Competencies
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    
  • Ability to make sound, legally compliant decisions.
    
  • High attention to detail and record-keeping.
    
  • Capability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
    
  • Problem-solving and negotiation skills.
    
  • Ability to build effective relationships with partners and service users.
    

• Other Requirements
  • Calm and professional demeanour in challenging situations.
    
  • Commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused services.
    
  • Strong awareness of safeguarding and risk management.
    

Additional Information

• This is a 3-month temporary contract.
  
• Pay is provided on a bi-weekly basis.
  
• Opportunity to work within a key frontline homelessness prevention service.
  
• Immediate start available.