At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the first point of contact for residents needing housing advice and support.
- Company: Join a dedicated Housing Solutions team focused on preventing homelessness.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in a fast-paced, customer-facing role with career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities to collaborate with various stakeholders.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives by providing essential housing support.
- Qualifications: Experience in customer service and strong communication skills are essential.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Housing Triage Coordination Officer to join a busy Housing Solutions team, playing a key role at the front end of the service in preventing homelessness and delivering effective housing advice. This is a fast-paced, customer-facing position where you will act as the first point of contact for residents, providing immediate housing advice, triaging cases and coordinating responses to ensure customers receive the right support at the earliest opportunity. The Role Act as the first point of contact for residents presenting with housing issues, delivering a high-quality triage and advice service. Provide rapid responses to housing enquiries via front of house, telephone, email and web forms. Work proactively to prevent homelessness at first contact, including negotiation with landlords, family members and other stakeholders. Coordinate appointments for Housing Options Officers, visiting officers and tenancy relations officers. Manage and monitor incoming enquiries, allocating cases appropriately across the service. Provide housing advice, signposting and initial decision letters in line with legislation and council procedures. Support customers to explore housing options including private rented sector, mutual exchange, mobility schemes and homelessness prevention tools. Work closely with internal teams and external partn...
Housing Triage Coordination Officer employer: Carrington West
Carrington West is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. With a strong focus on improving residential environments in Harlow, team members benefit from competitive daily rates and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that positively impact the community. The collaborative culture fosters innovation and supports professional advancement, making it an attractive place for experienced project managers looking to make a difference.
