Housing Solutions Officer

• Pay Rate: £15.48 per hour (PAYE)
• Location: Sheffield City Council
• Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (5 months)

Sheffield City Council are looking for a dedicated Housing Solutions Officer to join the Private Rented Solutions Team (PRS) within the Accommodation and Support service. This is a temporary position offering a unique opportunity to contribute to a team that plays a crucial role in providing housing solutions to those in need.

• Negotiate with landlords to facilitate the letting process.
• Match customers to appropriate properties, conduct property viewings, and manage tenancy sign-ups.
• Engage in homeless prevention activities, which may include home visits or visits to hospitals and other relevant sites.
• Interview clients, undertake housing need and homelessness assessments within statutory and policy frameworks, and provide ongoing support.
• Prevent homelessness, hospital admissions, and delayed discharges from supported and institutional accommodation.
• Collect and process information related to applications from various sources.
• Make informed decisions within legal and policy frameworks to provide positive outcomes for clients.
• Assist clients in accessing specialist support services and navigating the Council’s Lettings Policy, including the bidding process.
• Liaise with other statutory and voluntary sector organisations and arrange interim accommodation as required.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with a diverse range of individuals.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Experience in housing, social work, or a related field is highly advantageous.
• Valid Enhanced DBS on the update service
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.