Homelessness Prevention Officer: Secure Housing & Support

Triumph Consultants Ltd; Halifax; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Triumph Consultants Ltd is seeking a Homelessness Prevention Officer in Halifax to support households who are homeless or at risk. You will assess housing needs, provide practical advice and work with customers, landlords and partner agencies to help secure suitable accommodation.

The role requires knowledge of homelessness legislation and a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle. DBS clearance is required, and the contract runs for 1-2 months in HX1 1QE.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or equivalent.
• Experience supporting people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
• Knowledge of housing options and services available to homelessness cases.

Responsibilities

• Interview customers who are homeless or at risk and explain housing options clearly.
• Assess housing needs and develop Personalised Housing Plans ensuring statutory duties are met.
• Manage a caseload and carry out homelessness prevention work, including negotiations with landlords and agencies.
• Support customers to secure and sustain accommodation and prevent homelessness where possible.
• Build links with housing providers and partner agencies to improve outcomes.

Skills

Interview customers

Assess housing needs

Case load management

Negotiation with landlords

Education

GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4 or equivalent

Tools

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Triumph Consultants Ltd is seeking a Homelessness Prevention Officer in Halifax to support households who are homeless or at risk. You will assess housing needs, provide practical advice and work with customers, landlords and partner agencies to help secure suitable accommodation.

The role requires knowledge of homelessness legislation and a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle. DBS clearance is required, and the contract runs for 1-2 months in HX1 1QE.