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Location:
Dorchester
Salary:
£18.00 per hour
Recruiter:
Spencer Clarke Group
Job Hours:
Full-time
Spencer Clarke Group are looking for a Homeless Officer to work with our local authority client in Dorchester!
Contract - 3 months initial contract with the view to being extended to an ongoing basis Salary - £18.
00 per hour - may negotiate dependent on experience About the role: In this role, you will support individuals and families facing homelessness, conducting assessments, developing action plans, and working closely with local agencies to help secure safe housing.
Ensure consistent implementation of the Council's housing and homelessness duty.
Provide tailored housing advice to clients and maintain accurate case records.
Help clients overcome barriers to securing and maintaining accommodation, including advice on income, benefits, debt, and employment.
Prevent and relieve homelessness by negotiating with landlords, sourcing alternative housing, and collaborating with other agencies.
About You: In-depth knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation, including the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Act 2002, and Homelessness Reduction Act 2018.
Strong ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with public bodies and partner agencies (e.
g.
, Adult and Children's Services, Probation, NHS, Police, housing providers).
Case management experience, including creating and maintaining accurate Personal Housing Plans.
Knowledge of income maximisation, benefits, and debt recovery strategies.
About us: We offer a £250 referral bonus - so please pass on any details to someone who you think may be interested!
We supply to hundreds of councils across the UK!
Nationwide Supplier to the NHS!
If you are interested in this role, please contact Jenna at Spencer Clarke Group - (phone number removed)
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