6 months contract with local authorities
1. Support refugee, resettled, and migrant families in finding suitable and affordable accommodation in West Sussex
2. Collaborate with teams within the Communities directorate, partners, and District and Boroughs to assist families in securing appropriate housing
3. Establish strong working relationships with local estate agents, landlords, and the Home Office to secure residential properties
4. Prevent families from spending time in temporary accommodation by securing suitable residential options
5. Travel throughout the County, including to locations not easily accessible by public transport, to fulfil job requirements
6. Communicate effectively in English with members of the public
7. Lead the support for families in finding suitable housing, particularly in complex cases, in coordination with the allocated caseworker
8. Conduct affordability assessments, monitor housing options, and complete subsistence assessments for families based on government guidance
9. Collaborate with other agencies and District and Boroughs to explore available housing options and assist families in maximising income through budgeting, employment, benefits, and debt management
10. Identify opportunities for homeless prevention and address barriers to resettlement through solution-focused interventions
11. Supervise t...