Housing Assessment Officer
5 days ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Housing Assessment Officer to join our team at CRA GROUP LIMITED. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for assessing high priority housing applications and providing expert advice to applicants.
Key Responsibilities- Assess and manage a caseload of high priority housing applications, identifying the most suitable housing options for applicants.
- Develop individual rehousing strategies to maximize the service provided to applicants, liaising closely with advocates and other professionals.
- Carry out home visits to fully assess circumstances and provide expert advice on rehousing prospects.
- Provide applicants with targeted advice on the Council's lettings scheme and procedure, maximizing their sustainable housing options and rehousing prospects.
- Assess and manage complex and difficult cases, liaising with other professionals to ensure all relevant information is collected.
- Identify cases of suspected fraudulent applications and refer them to the Team Manager.
- Work closely with Occupational Therapists and other Health Professionals to ensure the best possible advice is provided to those requiring accessible homes.
- Actively work with stakeholders to ensure the Disabled Peoples Register and Accessible Housing Register are maintained and IT systems are regularly updated.
- Experience of working with the legislative and policy framework within the lettings service, including Part VI Housing Act 1996 as amended.
- Experience of Housing Options.
- Experience of using a variety of ICT systems.
- A good general standard of education, written and verbal skills.
The role requires the ability to work evenings and weekends with appropriate notice. A DBS check is also required.
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