Housing Solutions Advisor (Homelessness)

Dacorum Borough Council; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Dacorum Borough Council is recruiting a Housing Options Officer to join the Homeless Prevention and Assessment Team within the Strategic Housing Service. The role focuses on advising and assisting people at risk of homelessness and requires knowledge of homelessness legislation and strong communication skills.

The post is permanent, with an Enhanced DBS check and UK driving licence as standard expectations. The deadline is midnight on the closing date shown.

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of homelessness legislation.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to achieve defined performance targets.
• Experience working with diverse households and client groups, including those who may be vulnerable.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with partners and other agencies to help applicants access housing pathways.
• Negotiate and identify innovative solutions to help customers reach suitable housing.
• Make determinations on Temporary Accommodation placements where necessary.

Skills

Homelessness law

Communication skills

Performance targets

Partnership liaison

Job description

Dacorum Borough Council is recruiting a Housing Options Officer to join the Homeless Prevention and Assessment Team within the Strategic Housing Service. The role focuses on advising and assisting people at risk of homelessness and requires knowledge of homelessness legislation and strong communication skills.

The post is permanent, with an Enhanced DBS check and UK driving licence as standard expectations. The deadline is midnight on the closing date shown.