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Job Description - Housing Solution Officers

Housing Solutions Officers

  • Pay Rate: £15.31 per hr paye
  • Location: Kirklees Council, Huddersfield and Dewsbury, UK
  • Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (2 months)

Kirklees Council are looking for two Housing Solutions Officers to join their team for a two-month period. This role is crucial in carrying out face-to-face housing needs assessments in line with the Housing Act 1996 and council procedures. The positions are based in Huddersfield and Dewsbury Library Hubs, offering a hands-on opportunity to make a significant impact in preventing homelessness and providing housing solutions.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Conduct face-to-face housing needs assessments at Huddersfield and Dewsbury Library Hubs.
  • Work closely with other parts of the service and partner agencies to prevent homelessness and achieve the best outcomes for customers.
  • Carry out homeless assessments and determine the council's statutory duties towards customers.
  • Be part of a team duty rota providing advice and assistance to customers facing the threat of homelessness or who are homeless on the day.
  • Provide written communications to customers and other stakeholders.
  • Complete assessments of housing needs in accordance with the Kirklees Council Allocations Policy.
  • Ensure accurate and effective maintenance of case notes.
  • Refer cases to colleagues within the service for the provision of temporary accommodation.
  • Provide advice and guidance to other services, both internal and external.
  • Undertake home visits as necessary.
  • Adhere to all Kirklees Council policies, including risk assessments, safeguarding, and professional boundaries.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Understanding of housing and homeless legislation.
  • Ability to carry out detailed homeless assessments.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Tenacity and perseverance, especially when working with individuals who have complex needs or present challenging behaviours.
  • Experience with the Civica, Abritas, Housing system is advantageous but not essential as training will be provided.

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