Hybrid Homeless Resettlement Officer

Maidstone Borough Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous holiday entitlement

Life Assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Job summary

A local government authority in Maidstone is looking for an enthusiastic Homeless Resettlement Officer to join their Housing Portfolio Team. This full-time permanent role requires experience working with vulnerable populations and knowledge of the Housing Act. You will manage a case load, support clients in overcoming barriers to housing, and participate in an on-call rota. The position offers flexible hybrid working arrangements, excellent career development opportunities, and benefits including generous leave and employee assistance programs.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Part 7 of the Housing Act, 1996.
• Experience working with vulnerable individuals.
• Ability to cover housing matters during out-of-hours on-call.

Responsibilities

• Manage case load of main housing duty cases.
• Identify barriers to move on for clients.
• Provide housing options and support.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

IT skills

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

A local government authority in Maidstone is looking for an enthusiastic Homeless Resettlement Officer to join their Housing Portfolio Team. This full-time permanent role requires experience working with vulnerable populations and knowledge of the Housing Act. You will manage a case load, support clients in overcoming barriers to housing, and participate in an on-call rota. The position offers flexible hybrid working arrangements, excellent career development opportunities, and benefits including generous leave and employee assistance programs.