Housing Solutions officer ref 1605467

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A job placement agency in Greater London is seeking a proactive individual to support households facing homelessness. The role involves offering comprehensive advice, assisting in preventing homelessness, and working collaboratively with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a passion for social support and the ability to work with vulnerable households. This position promotes equality and aims for high levels of customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Work proactively and collaboratively with households who are homeless or threatened with homelessness to provide comprehensive advice and support.
• Agree practical and reasonable steps for the client and the household to take to prevent and/or relieve homelessness.
• Work with households in various situations and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.

Job description

Overview

The purpose of the role is to work proactively and collaboratively with households who are homeless or threatened with homelessness to provide comprehensive advice and assist them to prevent their homelessness by retaining their current housing where possible, or otherwise to help them to relieve their homelessness by helping them to secure alternative accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Work proactively and collaboratively with households who are homeless or threatened with homelessness to provide comprehensive advice and support.
• Agree practical and reasonable steps for the client and the household to take to prevent and/or relieve homelessness.
• Work with households that may include private or social tenants, homeowners, those evicted by family members or facing relationship breakdown, and who may be vulnerable or have complex needs.
• Ensure that all performance targets are met, promote the profile of the client’s services, maintain high levels of customer satisfaction, and support the Team Manager by contributing to the overall development of the service.

How to apply

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, or alternatively you can email your CV to [e-mail] quoting the reference number.

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

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