Homeless Prevention Officer

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Homeless Prevention Officer to provide tailored housing advice and complete assessments under the Homelessness Reduction Act. This 6-month role offers hybrid working in Sussex, suited for candidates with strong knowledge of relevant housing laws and experience in a frontline environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Homeless Prevention Officer or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of S184 assessments and Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs).
• Knowledge of Part VII of the Housing Act 1996.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored housing advice.
• Complete S184 assessments and Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs).
• Work collaboratively with landlords and support agencies.

Skills

Understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017

Experience as a Homeless Prevention Officer

Job description

Overview

We\'re Hiring: Homeless Prevention Officer - Sussex

Key Details

• Rate: Negotiable (umbrella)
• Hours: 37 per week
• Contract: 6 months (with potential extension)
• Location: Sussex (hybrid working available)

Responsibilities

You\'ll be responsible for providing tailored housing advice and completing S184 assessments and Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs) under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, working collaboratively with landlords, support agencies, and partner organisations.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong understanding of Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 who thrives in a busy, front-line environment.

Qualifications / Requirements

Experience as an Homeless Prevention Officer (or equivalent) and a strong understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, S184 assessments, Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs), and Part VII of the Housing Act 1996.