Impactful Housing Solutions Officer – Hybrid Role

Opus People Solutions Limited; Bromsgrove; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working 2 days in the office

Job summary

Opus People Solutions Limited is seeking a Homelessness Prevention Officer to manage a varied caseload, provide housing advice, and prevent homelessness. You will assess duties under legislation, craft compliant decisions, and collaborate with applicants, landlords, and agencies to secure suitable accommodation and support.

The role emphasizes thorough investigations, accurate records, and personalised housing plans within a hybrid working setup. Immediate start available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience in handling homelessness and housing solutions caseloads.
• Proven ability to assess applications and make statutory decisions.
• Strong report writing and decision-letter drafting skills.
• Knowledge of housing legislation and relevant case law.

Responsibilities

• Deliver homelessness and housing solutions services with a focus on inclusion.
• Assess applications and determine statutory duties under current law.
• Manage a caseload, conduct investigations, assessments and decisions.
• Prepare detailed, legally compliant decision letters and PHPs.
• Negotiate with landlords and agencies to prevent homelessness.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Negotiation

Report writing

Customer service

Job description

Opus People Solutions Limited is seeking a Homelessness Prevention Officer to manage a varied caseload, provide housing advice, and prevent homelessness. You will assess duties under legislation, craft compliant decisions, and collaborate with applicants, landlords, and agencies to secure suitable accommodation and support.

The role emphasizes thorough investigations, accurate records, and personalised housing plans within a hybrid working setup. Immediate start available for the right candidate.