My client, a South East London Local Authority, seek an experienced Housing Advice and Early Intervention Officer to start asap!
Main Purpose of the job: To act as the first point of contact for clients and others presenting to the service.
To undertake initial triage assessments to identify support and housing need for clients who may be vulnerable with complex needs.
To provide an efficient, person centred, information, advice, guidance, intervention, assessment, assistance and practical support service to residents, enabling them to make informed choices in relation to their housing needs and signpost as necessary.
To carry out holistic assessments of housing, health and social care needs, providing appropriate interventions and referrals, with the aim of minimising avoidable escalation to homelessness and use of higher level statutory and crisis service provision.
To provide advice information and assistance in regards to housing options and services available.
To coordinate referrals to other services where appropriate.
To ensure that all client details are logged and updated accurately.
To carry out administrative duties to ensure efficient service delivery.
PAYE £16.66
LTD Umbrella £20.59
You will be required to pass a clear DBS
Immediate start
Full time