Homeless Accommodation Specialist

3 weeks ago


Skelmersdale, Lancashire, United Kingdom Essential Employment Full time

Job Title: Homeless Accommodation Specialist

Service: Housing & Regulatory, Housing Operations, Homelessness & Private Sector

Key Responsibilities:

  • To interview and assess individuals who present as homeless or potentially homeless to establish any responsibilities the Council may have in accordance with relevant legislation.
  • To provide practical advice and assistance on housing options, securing temporary, supported, and permanent accommodation, and preventing homelessness by providing timely advice.
  • To conduct one-to-one interviews with individuals who approach the Council for help because they are homeless or threatened with homelessness in order to determine their housing needs.
  • To conduct relevant enquiries and investigations with local agencies to determine the duties owed to those who are or may become homeless and to issue a decision upon completion of those enquiries.
  • To assist clients wherever possible to prevent their homelessness by providing timely advice around alternative housing options or to liaise with third-party agencies on the clients' behalf to try and resolve any issues.
  • To ensure that the homelessness database is accurately maintained and cases are entered onto the system in a timely manner.

Requirements:

  • Ability to work in a flexible office-based environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

How to Apply:

Please apply on our website with your CV or email your CV to us quoting the job title.



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