Adecco are recruiting for several Homeless Intervention and Prevention Officers to join a South-London local authority on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract.
The succesful candidates will provide bespoke homeless prevention and intervention services, advising on housing issues and welfare benefits, assessing support needs, and collaborating with internal and external services to alleviate homelessness and offer sustainable housing solutions.
Homeless Intervention and Prevention Officers
Public Sector - Local Authority
Full Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week
£40,755 per annum
12 month Fixed Term Contract
This role is 3 days min. in office in Croydon on a duty rota
Start Date: aiming for 1st April 2025
Key Responsibilities:
Early Intervention & Prevention: First point of contact for housing needs, providing initial advice and suitable housing options. Respond to referrals and work with various agencies to prevent homelessness.
Developing Pathways: Create Personal Housing Plans (PHPs) and collaborate with agencies to sustain tenancies or find new housing. Assess support needs and make referrals to homeless support services.
Assessment & Decision Making: Conduct statutory assessments of homelessness, issue notification letters, and make recommendations regarding temporary accommodation.
Confidentiality & Data Protection: Maintain customer records and comply with data protection regulations.
Key Contacts:
External: Local Authorities, advice ...