Housing Interventions Advisor for Probation & Release

Premier; Usk, Pontypool; Remote; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training opportunities

Pension scheme

Annual leave 25–30 days

Job summary

The Forward Trust is seeking a Housing Interventions Worker to deliver 1:1 housing advice and intervene to prevent homelessness across Gwent. Based at Torfaen Probation Office (Pontypool) with travel to Caerphilly and prisons, you will assess housing needs, develop action plans and source suitable private rented accommodation for men on probation and those preparing for release from custody.

You will build strong relationships with landlords, authorities and housing providers, supporting tenancy

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of housing and welfare benefits systems.
• Experience providing housing, rehousing or welfare benefits advice.
• Experience assessing adults with housing and wider support needs, including substance misuse.
• Experience developing support plans to help people secure and maintain tenancies.
• An understanding of homelessness and related challenges, including mental ill health and unemployment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 housing advice and interventions to prevent homelessness and improve housing opportunities.
• Complete housing needs assessments and develop tailored action plans.
• Source suitable private rented accommodation, including shared houses, studios and one-bedroom properties.
• Build relationships with landlords, letting agents, local authorities and housing providers.
• Support clients with tenancy agreements, rent negotiations and referrals to specialist services.
• Work with prison, probation and Camau colleagues to achieve positive outcomes and reduce reoffending.
• Ensure accommodation meets relevant safety standards and legal requirements.

Skills

Housing knowledge

Welfare benefits

Housing advice

Support plans

Homelessness awareness

Communication skills

Job description

The Forward Trust is seeking a Housing Interventions Worker to deliver 1:1 housing advice and intervene to prevent homelessness across Gwent. Based at Torfaen Probation Office (Pontypool) with travel to Caerphilly and prisons, you will assess housing needs, develop action plans and source suitable private rented accommodation for men on probation and those preparing for release from custody.

You will build strong relationships with landlords, authorities and housing providers, supporting tenancy