Welfare & Housing Advisor – Food Bank Partnerships

Jobtrain; Bath; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Citizens Advice Bath and NE Somerset is seeking a dedicated adviser to provide generalist welfare benefits, housing and energy guidance, plus non-monetary debt advice. You will support clients to understand their rights and responsibilities and help them take practical steps to resolve problems.

Working in partnership with Feeding Britain and The Genesis Trust, you will join our Community Advice Team to deliver high-quality, holistic services across BANES, promoting equality and safeguarding

Qualifications

• Experience in welfare benefits and debt advice.
• Ability to advocate on behalf of clients.
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality.

Responsibilities

• Provide generalist level advice on welfare benefits, housing and energy.
• Carry out ongoing casework and action planning with clients.
• Collaborate with partners including Feeding Britain & The Genesis Trust.

Job description

Citizens Advice Bath and NE Somerset is seeking a dedicated adviser to provide generalist welfare benefits, housing and energy guidance, plus non-monetary debt advice. You will support clients to understand their rights and responsibilities and help them take practical steps to resolve problems.

Working in partnership with Feeding Britain and The Genesis Trust, you will join our Community Advice Team to deliver high-quality, holistic services across BANES, promoting equality and safeguarding