Job Description

Housing Options Officer

Slough

£20 per hour (umbrella)

Full Time Contract (4 Months)

Novax Recruitment is actively seeking a Housing Options Officer in Slough. This is a contract with a scope for extension working full time hours.

The job:

To actively support the prevention of homelessness by providing a comprehensive housing options and advice service

Fulfilling the statutory obligations in respect of homelessness and access to housing solutions and work with, partner organisations

Undertaking timely and appropriate assessments of applicants seeking support

Assisting clients to retain their existing accommodation or secure alternative housing when all other housing options or solutions are exhaustedThe candidate:

Experience in homeless prevention work is essential (2 years minimum)

Experience of casework, file management and accurate recording of information

A good understanding of the current homelessness legislation, Part 7, Homeless Reduction Act, Approach, Prevention work

An understanding of welfare benefitsPlease submit your application via the contact details provided and you will be contacted with further information about this opportunity or email your CV to me directly; or call me on; (phone number removed)