Senior Housing Benefits Officer

2 weeks ago

North West London, United Kingdom Vox Network Consultants Full time

Responsibilities 

Responsibility for undertaking full assessments to entitlement/contribution for the more complex cases including the carrying out of home visits where necessary. This requires the post holder to evaluate and be responsible for any review to the entitlement /contribution for the more complex cases as highlighted below:
Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit including more complex calculations in respect of self- employed, students etc
Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit the Claims relating to Registered Social Landlords , Housing Tenants and Council Tax Benefit, Fairer Charging/ Supporting People, Respite Care and Residential Care, Other assessments such as concessionary fares using relevant Regulations.
Deputise and support a Team Leader in the management of a team undertaking complex financial assessment recovering overpaid benefits and prevention of fraud in accordance with Government Regulation and guidance and in full compliance with   Council guidelines, policies and procedures and full compliance
Deal with Complex Enquiries From MPs Elected Members and Claimants referred from Financial Assessment Officers and Assistants
Responsible for providing quality checking of Benefit assessments made by Assessment Officers/Assistants in accordance with current Department for Work and Pensions Performance Standards, and local policies / procedures

Contract 

Initial 9month ongoing contract with the opportunity to extend 
PAYE via Umbrella
Monday to Friday - Hybrid - mix of home and office/onsite client premises

Requirements 

In depth knowledge of the Housing and Council Tax Benefits legislation
A minimum of 3 years experience of working in a Housing Benefits office
In depth knowledge of Social Care Financial Assessments Regulations and guidance
Ability to gain knowledge of Social Security and Child Support Regulations, CRAG and Pension Regulations etc

If you are interested in this position AND meet the requirements, APPLY NOW

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