Hybrid Housing & Reentry Support Advisor

Niyaa People; Leicester Forest East; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive pay

Professional development support

Job summary

Niyaa People Ltd is seeking an Accommodation Advisor to support housing and homelessness services across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. You will work with people in prison, on probation and facing housing difficulties, delivering one-to-one support and group sessions in custodial and community settings.

The role requires experience in housing, homelessness prevention and safeguarding, with strong communication and advocacy skills. Hybrid working and a £22.00 per hour rate are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable individuals with complex needs.
• Knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation, processes and options.
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active caseload, working towards individual and team targets.
• Complete comprehensive needs and risk assessments to identify circumstances and support requirements.
• Develop and implement personalised action plans to address housing needs and achieve positive outcomes.
• Provide one-to-one housing advice and deliver group sessions within prison and community settings.
• Support individuals with homelessness prevention, accommodation options, tenancy sustainment and preparation for release from custody.
• Build effective working relationships with housing providers, probation services and other partner agencies.
• Advocate on behalf of clients, challenging barriers and helping access appropriate accommodation and support.
• Maintain accurate electronic case records and monitor progress against objectives.
• Identify, report and respond to safeguarding concerns.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to ensure coordinated, person-centred support.

Skills

Housing support

Needs assessment

Group facilitation

Advocacy

Safeguarding

Job description

Niyaa People Ltd is seeking an Accommodation Advisor to support housing and homelessness services across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. You will work with people in prison, on probation and facing housing difficulties, delivering one-to-one support and group sessions in custodial and community settings.

The role requires experience in housing, homelessness prevention and safeguarding, with strong communication and advocacy skills. Hybrid working and a £22.00 per hour rate are provided.