Homelessness Intervention

2 weeks ago

Greater London, United Kingdom Adecco Full time

Job Summary Homelessness Intervention and Prevention Officer Public Sector - Local Authority Temporary Role - 3 months with possible extension Full Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week Grade 9 - 22.41 per hour PAYE / 29.72 per hour Umbrella Hybrid Working - 2 days per week in office, remainder at home IT equipment provided ASAP Start Due to the high volume and complexity of cases, we are seeking candidates with proven, in-depth experience in homelessness prevention and housing casework. About the Role As a Homeless Intervention and Prevention Officer, you will: Act as the first point of contact for individuals with housing needs. Deliver tailored advice on housing options, welfare benefits, and tenancy rights. Work proactively to prevent homelessness through negotiation, mediation, and partnership working. Conduct statutory homelessness assessments and make legally sound decisions under relevant legislation. Develop personalised housing plans and collaborate with internal and external agencies to support vulnerable households. Key Responsibilities Provide early intervention and homelessness prevention advice. Respond to referrals under the Duty to Refer. Negotiate with landlords, lenders, and other stakeholders to sustain tenancies. Make recommendations for emergency accommodation and prevention payments. Keep accurate records and ensure compliance with housing legislation. What We're Looking For Strong knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation, including the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Experience in homelessness prevention and housing casework. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to manage complex cases and work under pressure. Proficiency in MS Office and case management systems. Essential Experience Degree-level education or equivalent experience in housing or a related field. Background in customer-focused services and multi-agency working. Experience handling challenging situations and delivering positive outcomes. Additional Information You may be required to work across different locations and conduct home visits. Occasional work outside normal office hours may be necessary. If you're committed to helping people find sustainable housing solutions and want to be part of a team that makes a real impact, apply today through Adecco. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information – please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed) #J-18808-Ljbffr

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