- Supporting customers who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
- Carrying out assessments and managing a caseload.
- Delivering homelessness prevention and relief interventions.
- Working with partner agencies and housing providers to sustain accommodation.
- Ensuring statutory duties are met under homelessness legislation.
- Arranging temporary accommodation where required.
- Participating in multi-agency meetings and rough sleeper outreach work.
The successful candidate will have strong communication skills, experience of supporting vulnerable customers, and the ability to manage a varied workload effectively., You should be qualified to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent and have experience of working within a housing, homelessness or support related service.
You should have knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation and have experience of providing support to vulnerable people.
We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years' continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable.
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Durham County Council is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where your contributions directly impact local governance and community well-being. With a strong emphasis on employee development, flexible working arrangements, and a competitive rewards package, you will find ample opportunities for growth and collaboration in this supportive setting. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the community while enjoying a balanced work-life experience.
