Housing Options Officer

Park Avenue Recruitment; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Norfolk is seeking a Housing Options Officer for an interim role. This position involves direct interaction with residents at risk of homelessness, providing practical housing advice, and assessing applications under relevant housing laws. Candidates should have experience in housing advice and excellent communication skills. The role offers hybrid working.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing advice and assessment.
• Knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Giving clear, practical housing advice to residents from all backgrounds.
• Assessing applications in line with the Housing Act 1996.
• Writing and issuing Section 184 decisions.
• Handling a varied caseload, including complex cases.
• Splitting time between home and the office with hybrid working.

Job description

Overview

A council in Norfolk is on the lookout for a Housing Options Officer to join their busy team on an interim basis. You\'ll be on the frontline, working directly with residents who are at risk of homelessness and helping them access the support they need.

Responsibilities

• Giving clear, practical housing advice to residents from all backgrounds
• Assessing applications in line with the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017
• Writing and issuing Section 184 decisions on time
• Handling a varied caseload, including more complex cases
• Splitting your time between home and the office with hybrid working

This role is a great chance to step into a council that\'s committed to preventing homelessness and making a real difference in the community. Interviews are being lined up soon - don\'t miss out.

Interested? Please send your CV to (url removed)