Housing Advisor (Homelessness & Offending) – Hybrid

Calderdale Norse Ltd; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

Calderdale Council is hiring a Housing Advisor (Offending) to work directly with individuals and families, both virtually and in person, at the earliest stage possible. The role focuses on homelessness prevention and knowledge of relevant legislation to help households secure housing options.

The position involves developing relationships and acting as a link with Probation, Prisons and Police, securing accommodation offers, and serving as a contact point.

Qualifications

• Experience in homelessness prevention work and knowledge of homelessness legislation.
• Ability to develop relationships and act as a link with Probation, Prisons and Police.
• Full driving licence and use of a car are essential; DBS check required before appointment.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with individuals and families, both virtually and face to face, at the earliest stage possible.
• Identify housing options, secure accommodation offers and support residents to remain in homes or find suitable alternatives.

Skills

Driving licence

Homelessness prevention

Agency liaison

DBS check

Communication skills

Job description

Calderdale Council is hiring a Housing Advisor (Offending) to work directly with individuals and families, both virtually and in person, at the earliest stage possible. The role focuses on homelessness prevention and knowledge of relevant legislation to help households secure housing options.

The position involves developing relationships and acting as a link with Probation, Prisons and Police, securing accommodation offers, and serving as a contact point.