Housing Options Officer

7 months ago


Chesterfield, United Kingdom Derbyshire County Council Full time

We are looking for self-motivated, confident and enthusiastic individuals who are experienced with the Homelessness Reduction Act legislation and the homelessness agenda more widely.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful, results driven team to ensure that the Council meets its statutory duties towards homeless applicants and homelessness prevention.

You will make decisions on homelessness and housing need in accordance with relevant legislation, and policies and procedures operating within the department.

You will be the main point of contact for homelessness applicants and will manage a caseload, actively working towards preventing and relieving homelessness and offering housing advice to customers requesting assistance.

Ideally you will have experience of working in a similar role, have a working knowledge of housing, homelessness and related legislation e.g. Housing Act 1996, as amended, and an understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2018.

Training will be provided where appropriate. Good written and oral communication and negotiation skills are needed together with being proficient in IT systems including Microsoft packages.

A full current driving license and access to a vehicle is an essential requirement.

Working in local government is a highly satisfying and rewarding experience in so many ways. In return for the contribution you’ll make to our local community, you’ll enjoy an excellent range of benefits including learning and development opportunities.

**Why work for us?**

North East Derbyshire District Council is a great place to work and if you join our team, you will become part of a talented and dedicated workforce. If you are keen to make a difference and develop your skills and experience, we would like to hear from you.

We offer the following benefits:

- Competitive salary
- 30 days annual leave (rising to 35 after 5 years’ service), plus bank holidays and a Christmas close down
- Agile and flexible working arrangements including hybrid working
- Generous local government pension scheme
- Free parking
- Discounted access to Council Leisure Centres across four sites
- Car user allowance
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and access to discounted leisure benefits
- Support with Learning and Development

Learn more about the benefits of working for us at ne-derbyshire.gov.uk

**Contact and additional information**

If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion and we thank you for your interest in the job role.


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