Housing Solutions Officer

Kirklees Council; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirklees Council is seeking a Housing Solutions Officer to support young people aged 16-25 facing housing difficulties. You will assess needs, prevent homelessness where possible, and develop personalised plans to help them secure suitable accommodation.

You will collaborate with families, landlords and partner agencies to overcome barriers and promote independence, joining a dedicated Housing Solutions team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable young people is preferred.
• Ability to engage and support individuals aged 16-25.

Responsibilities

• Assess housing needs and risks for young people aged 16-25.
• Prevent homelessness where possible and develop personalised housing plans.
• Work with families, landlords and partner agencies to enable independence.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings and contribute to coordinated support plans.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Relationship building

Caseload management

Crisis support

Job description

BENEFITS

Our employees are at the very heart of the services we provide to the community, to help us achieve our ambitions, we want the best possible team. In return, we will make sure you are rewarded with a great range of staff benefits to support you in and out of work.

Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome challenges, achieve independence and access safe, sustainable accommodation?

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Housing Solutions Officer to join our Young People & Support Team within Housing Solutions.

The Young People & Support Team works with young people aged 16-25 who are experiencing housing difficulties, homelessness or are at risk of losing their accommodation. Many of the young people we work with have complex support needs and face significant challenges. We are committed to helping them build the skills, confidence and resilience needed to live independently and achieve positive outcomes.

As a Housing Solutions Officer, you will work directly with young people to assess their housing needs, prevent homelessness wherever possible and develop personalised plans that help them secure and sustain suitable accommodation. You will also provide housing-related support and work closely with families, landlords and partner agencies to help young people overcome barriers and progress towards independence.

This is a varied and rewarding role which will involve:

• Preventing and relieving homelessness for young people aged 16-25.
• Working alongside a range of partners including social care, education, health services and support providers.
• Participating in multi-agency meetings and contributing to coordinated support plans.
• Supporting vulnerable young people with complex needs and challenging circumstances.

We're looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting vulnerable young people.
• Has excellent communication, engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Can work creatively and persistently to achieve positive outcomes.
• Is confident working with people who may be experiencing crisis, trauma or multiple disadvantages.
• Can manage a varied caseload and work effectively with partner organisations.
• Shares our commitment to early intervention, prevention and empowering people to help themselves.

In return, you'll join an experienced, supportive and dedicated team, and can make a genuine difference to the lives of young people across Kirklees.

If you are looking for a challenging but highly rewarding role where you can help young people build brighter futures, we'd love to hear from you.