Homelessness Prevention & Assessment Officer

Essential Employment; London, Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Homelessness Prevention & Assessment Officer in Lewisham. The role involves providing comprehensive support and advice to households facing homelessness. Candidates must have knowledge of homelessness legislation and experience in prevention strategies. This temporary position offers a competitive pay rate.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of homelessness legislation and case law.
• Hands-on experience in preventing homelessness and making statutory decisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality homeless prevention, support, and advice service.
• Conduct assessments to determine duties owed by the authority.

Skills

Homelessness legislation

Case law

Preventing homelessness

Job description

Homelessness Prevention & Assessment Officer needed in Lewisham

The rate is £22.78ph PAYE.

This is a temporary role.

The reference number is: RQ1520984.

The successful candidate will provide a comprehensive, high-quality homeless prevention, support, and advice service to all households who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. They will also provide an assessment service to determine the duties owed by the authority and explore alternative housing options.

The candidate should demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Homelessness legislation and case law, along with hands-on experience in preventing homelessness and making statutory decisions.

Application Process

If you are interested in the role, please apply on our website with your CV or email your CV to [e-mail], quoting the reference number.

Additional Information

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business regarding this vacancy. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All roles may be subject to pre-employment checks, including references, so please be prepared.

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