Senior Housing Advisor – Homelessness & Options (Hybrid)

Civic Recruitment Limited; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly Pay

Hybrid Working

3 Month Contract

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a seasoned Housing Advisor to join the Housing Options and Homelessness team in Maidstone. You will evaluate homelessness applications, manage temporary housing caseloads, and support vulnerable households, including those affected by domestic abuse.

The role requires experience in homelessness legislation, strong communication, and case management skills, with a hybrid work pattern (3 days in-office, 2 days remote).

Qualifications

• Experience in a Housing Options, Homelessness, or Housing Advice setting.
• In-depth knowledge of Housing Act 1996 Part VII, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and related legislation.
• Experience assessing homelessness applications and managing homelessness caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive housing advice and guidance to residents with housing issues.
• Evaluate housing situations and discuss appropriate housing options.
• Investigate homelessness applications under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended).
• Oversee a caseload of applicants in temporary housing under the Relief Duty.
• Develop and execute Personalised Housing Plans.
• Coordinate with landlords, support agencies and other stakeholders.
• Maintain precise case records and ensure adherence to legislation and local procedures.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver an effective Housing Options service.

Skills

Housing advice

Homelessness knowledge

Communication skills

Case management

Multitasking

Vulnerable client experience

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a seasoned Housing Advisor to join the Housing Options and Homelessness team in Maidstone. You will evaluate homelessness applications, manage temporary housing caseloads, and support vulnerable households, including those affected by domestic abuse.

The role requires experience in homelessness legislation, strong communication, and case management skills, with a hybrid work pattern (3 days in-office, 2 days remote).