Housing Options Reception Officer

Essential Employment; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Housing Options Reception Officer to join their team in Uxbridge. This role involves engaging with the community at the Housing Advice & Options Reception desk, conducting Triage assessments, and providing essential prevention and relief services. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of housing legislation, including the Part VII Housing Act and the Homelessness Reduction Act. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives through housing support, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in homelessness inquiries and casework is essential.
• Understanding of relevant housing legislation required.

Responsibilities

• Complete Triage assessments at the Housing Advice & Options Reception desk.
• Carry out prevention and relief work related to housing.

Skills

Knowledge of Part VII Housing Act 1996

Homelessness Reduction Act

Carrying out homelessness inquiries

Casework

Drafting s184 decision letters

Job description

Housing Options Reception Officer needed in Uxbridge, paying £21 per hour, ref 1490995

Full-time hours on a temporary basis

1. Candidate will be part of the Housing Advice & Options Reception desk, completing Triage assessments and carrying out respective prevention and relief work.

2. Knowledge of Part VII Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act, and other relevant legislation is required, along with experience in carrying out homelessness inquiries, casework, and drafting s184 decision letters.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to [e-mail] quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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