Full job descriptionHousing Solutions OfficerLocation: Nottinghamshire
Contract: Temporary
Hours: Full-time
Pay: Competitive hourly rate
Duration: Ongoing
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Housing Solutions Officer to join a local authority Housing Solutions team in Nottinghamshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housing professional to join a busy service and play a key role in preventing homelessness and supporting households to secure suitable and sustainable accommodation.
The RoleAs a Housing Solutions Officer, you will manage a caseload of customers who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, providing expert housing advice and ensuring cases are dealt with in line with statutory requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:
*Assessing homelessness applications and housing needs.
*Providing comprehensive housing advice and assistance.
*Undertaking homelessness prevention and relief activity.
*Making appropriate statutory decisions under relevant housing legislation.
*Identifying suitable accommodation and sustainable housing solutions.
*Working closely with private landlords, housing associations and other accommodation providers.
*Supporting vulnerable households and customers with complex needs.
*Maintaining accurate case records and preparing statutory correspondence and decisions.
*Managing a caseload effectively and working to relevant statutory and service deadlines.
*Liaising with internal teams and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
*Ensuring all decisions and actions comply with the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and associated guidance.
About YouThe successful candidate will ideally have previous experience within a homelessness, housing options or housing solutions environment.
You will need:
*Previous experience working within a Housing Options/Homelessness service.
*Good knowledge of homelessness legislation and statutory duties.
*Experience assessing homelessness applications and making decisions.
*Strong written and verbal communication skills.
*The ability to manage a busy caseload independently.
*Experience working with vulnerable customers and complex cases.
*Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
*A professional, customer-focused approach.
*The ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
Why Apply?This is a fantastic opportunity to secure an assignment within a well-established local authority, offering the chance to gain further experience within a busy Housing Solutions service.
As a specialist recruitment agency, we can provide support throughout the recruitment process and will work with you to ensure a smooth transition into your new assignment.