Homelessness Prevention Officer **
We are working in partnership with a Local Authority in the Bournemouth area who are seeking a Homelessness Prevention Officer.
About the role:
Support households to remain in their own home proactively preventing homelessness.
Assist households who are homeless and living in temporary or emergency accommodation to secure a longer-term housing solution.
Work within a team to find creative and sustainable housing options for customers.
As part of a wider team to deliver a responsive front line duty service.
Support customers in a variety of tenure types including the private sector, social housing, and family arrangements.
Deliver support in a variety of community settings including customers' homes.
Empower customers to live independently and sustain their accommodation.
Work with vulnerable people who have a wide range of needs that may impact on their ability to sustain their home and
Work effectively with partner agencies to implement a holistic support package tailored to household needs.Contract Lengths: 3-6 months with a view to extend to an ongoing contract.
Pay Rates: £20 - £26+ per hour (negotiable depending on your experience)
Location: Bournemouth, BH2. (Required to work locally on a daily basis)
Job Purpose:
Be responsible for managing a caseload and to conduct planned regular home visits.
To lone work adhering to the Council's Lone Working policy.
Work with customers to follow and contribute to their housing and support plans to prevent and relieve homelessness
Follow risk management and safeguarding procedures in line with Council policy.
Offer advice and assistance to prevent households becoming homeless, by taking a proactive approach to preventing homelessness.Experience Needed:
Experience of preventing homelessness.
Local Authority Experience.
Must have access to a vehicle for work purposes.*We offer a market leading referral scheme of up to £250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity*
To apply for this role please email & call Dane on (phone number removed)