Housing Advice Worker

Homeless Link; Camden Town; Sur place; GBP 32 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Homeless Link is seeking a motivated Housing Advice Worker to support young people experiencing homelessness in London. You will assess needs, advocate with housing providers, and work with partners to secure safe, appropriate accommodation.

The role values independence and teamwork in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on empowering young people to overcome barriers and access suitable housing options. 35 hours per week, permanent contract, located at New Horizon Youth Centre.

Qualifications

• Experience assessing individual housing needs and identifying appropriate housing options.
• Strong understanding of housing and homelessness legislation.
• Ability to advocate for young people and build relationships with partner agencies.

Responsabilités

• Assess young people’s circumstances and identify suitable housing options.
• Advocate on behalf of young people with housing providers.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to identify solutions and pathways.
• Support young people to empower informed decisions and overcome barriers.

Connaissances

Empathy

Communication

Advocacy

Description du poste

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Housing Advice Worker who is passionate about supporting young people experiencing homelessness to access safe, secure and suitable accommodation.

You will be proactive, resourceful and enthusiastic, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. You will be comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment, managing competing demands and responding effectively to the often complex needs of young people.

You will have experience of assessing individual circumstances, identifying appropriate housing pathways and supporting young people to access suitable accommodation. You will be able to build positive, trusting relationships, advocate on young people’s behalf and work creatively with partner agencies and housing providers to identify solutions.

You will be committed to empowering young people to make informed decisions, overcome barriers and achieve positive, sustainable outcomes. A strong understanding of housing and homelessness legislation is essential, alongside an awareness of the range of factors that can contribute to youth homelessness.

Key details

• Contract type and hours: Full-time, permanent role. 35 hours per week Monday - Friday

• Salary: starting salary for role is AP26: £32,136.00. The salary scale is: AP26 (£32,136.00) – AP30 (£35,778.08)

• Location: New Horizon Youth Centre, 68 Chalton Street, London, NW1 1JR

• Application deadline: 9am, Wednesday 11th November