Job Title: Homelessness and Housing Solutions Officer (Temp)
Company: Optima Plus Recruitment
Location: Redditch
Duration: 3 Months (Full-time, 37 hours per week)
Daily Rate: £30 - £32 per hour (umbrella, inside IR35)
About Us: Optima Plus Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency dedicated to connecting talented individuals with rewarding employment opportunities. We specialize in matching skilled professionals with reputable organizations across various industries.
Job Description: Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives by providing innovative housing solutions and preventing homelessness? We are seeking a dedicated and professional Homelessness and Housing Solutions Officer for a temporary 3-month role with a Local Authority.
Operational Purpose
You will be responsible for delivering customer focused homelessness prevention and relief services. Working within legal frameworks including the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and Safeguarding legislation, you will play a crucial role in helping individuals access sustainable housing options.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide high-quality housing advice and solutions to prevent homelessness across all tenures.
* Manage a caseload of complex cases, making legally sound decisions based on up-to-date case law.
* Ensure temporary accommodation is allocated appropriately, adhering to legislation and guidance.
* Monitor and manag...