Housing Options Officer

4 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom Ackerman Pierce Ltd Full time

Do you have experience as a housing coordinator? Do you want to work with a knowledgeable team of peers to help reduce the number of people in temporary accommodation? I'm excited to be able to recruit for Enfield Council who are looking for an experienced applicant to join an expanding move-on team

As a Housing Coordinator in the move on team you will be working with those already in temporary accommodation with the goal of moving them to their very own personal accommodation. Because of this, you will be at the very fore front of reducing the number of homeless or vulnerable people within your community.

Main Duties Include:

  • Provide a quality service of housing options, advice, and homeless prevention casework to fulfil the authority's statutory function to prevent homelessness in accordance with Housing Act 1996.
  • Ensure the robust processing of homeless applications and appropriate accurate and quality advice is given to prevent all aspects of homelessness.
  • Use all available homelessness prevention tools to sustain tenancies or secure suitable, affordable accommodation.
  • Provide a comprehensive statutory service of advice and assistance to all non-priority homeless cases including rough sleepers in accordance with s.192 Housing Act 1996.
  • Have experience with various tools to prevent homelessness such as: HomeFinder Scheme, Discretionary Hardship Payments, and court representation to prevent homelessness.

This role is great for anyone who wants to hit the ground running and get on with work from day one, whilst always improving your skills and knowledge. If you have experience in the desired areas then apply today

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