Homeless Prevention Visiting Officer, Lambeth
Pay rate – £30.67 per hour
Job Purpose
Vitalis are recruiting for an experienced Homeless Prevention Visiting Officer in Lambeth.
1. To prevent homelessness in accordance with the provisions of the Homelessness Reduction Act, associated Code of Guidance, case law and best practice.
2. To routinely undertake home visits for those at risk of homelessness, to fully understand the situation and be able to provide innovative and tailored options to prevent homelessness.
3. To undertake a housing needs assessments for people seeking housing assistance and create housing plans tailored to the individual’s needs and circumstances.
4. To manage a complex and demanding caseload in a busy and often challenging environment and prevent or relieve homelessness through the provision of advice, advocacy, negotiation and mediation.
5. To ensure that all housing options have been thoroughly explored to ensure best efforts to prevent homelessness.
6. To undertake the assessment and investigation of homeless applications under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 where prevention/relief is not possible and inform clients of their assessment outcome.
Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:
Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
7. Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
8. Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
9. Looked After Children (LAC)
10. Children’s Social Work
11. Adult Social Work
12. Service Manager
13. Head of Service
14. Team Manager
15. Assistant Team Manager
16. A wide range of housing roles
17. Careers in SEND in local authorities
Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!
Contact me on or 07521053670 for more information.