Homeless Prevention

Homeless Prevention & Assessment Officer - Wirral Council

We are looking for a **Homeless Prevention Assessment Officer **will be based at:
**Knowledge & Skills**:

- Able to negotiate and work assertively, yet in a sensitive manner, with those who are potentially homeless to ensure that they achieve a realistic understanding of their situation and to discuss the options available to them
- Able to investigate issues in a sensitive manner.
- Able to accurately record statements and findings
- Able to discuss and negotiate effective outcomes options with accommodation providers and landlords to prevent homelessness

**Experience**:

- Substantial experience of interviewing and negotiation skills including direct experience of working to prevent homelessness.
- Experience of homelessness and housing advice work.
- Experience in working with vulnerable client groups (safeguarding)
- Experience of effective interviewing skills

If you are looking for a new role or would like further information, please send across your up to date CV

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee**.**

Look forward to speaking with you,

**Job Types**: Full-time, Temporary contract
Contract length: 3-6 months

**Salary**: £24.00-£30.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Work from home

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

**Experience**:

- Homeless Prevention: 2 years (required)
- Homelessness: 2 years (required)
- Local Authority: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Homeless Prevention & Assessment Officer