Housing Options Specialist

2 days ago


Slough, Slough, United Kingdom Carrington West Full time

At Carrington West, we're seeking a highly skilled Housing Options Specialist to join our team in a pivotal role. As a key member of our Housing and Property Directorate, you will play a crucial part in preventing homelessness by delivering exceptional housing options and advice services.

The Role

This challenging yet rewarding position demands a proactive and experienced professional with a strong understanding of the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Your primary responsibility will be to support clients at risk of homelessness, assessing their needs, advising on sustainable housing solutions, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

  • Homelessness Prevention: Work closely with clients to assess and advise on securing long-term housing solutions, including assistance to retain existing accommodations or secure alternative housing.
  • Case Assessment: Conduct thorough assessments of homelessness applications under the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, ensuring timely compliance with statutory requirements.
  • Client Advocacy: Develop Personal Housing Plans tailored to clients' needs, coordinating with health, employment, and education providers to improve overall support.
  • Landlord & Agency Negotiation: Collaborate with landlords, family members, and support agencies to negotiate viable housing arrangements, and facilitate referrals to private rented sector and supported housing providers as needed.
  • Financial Assessment & Support: Perform financial assessments to ensure clients' accommodations are affordable, working with welfare services to maximize income through benefits and other financial aid.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of relevant legislation, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to provide accurate legal advice. In return for your expertise, we offer a competitive salary of £32,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending on experience, and a range of benefits.



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