Homelessness Intervention and Prevention Officer needed in Croydon Paying £22.41 per hr ref 9498
Full time hours on a temporarybasis
Key Responsibilities
- Interview and assess applicants presenting as homeless or threatened with homelessness in accordance with relevant housing legislation.
- Conduct detailed homelessness assessments and establish eligibility, priority need, local connection, intentionality, and statutory duties owed.
- Investigate and determine homelessness applications, issuing legally compliant Section 184 decision letters.
- Develop and implement Personal Housing Plans (PHPs) tailored to individual circumstances.
- Carry out home visits to verify living circumstances, assess housing conditions, and identify opportunities to prevent homelessness.
- Work closely with applicants to explore all available prevention and relief options, including mediation, tenancy sustainment, family reconciliation, and access to private rented accommodation.
- Make enquiries with landlords, support agencies, social services, healthcare providers, probation services, and other relevant organisations to inform assessments and support outcomes.
- Negotiate with landlords, family members, and third parties to prevent loss of accommodation where appropriate.
- Provide advice and guidance on housing options, homelessness legislation, welfare benefits, and support services.
- Maintain accurate case records and ensure all decisions, actions, and correspondence are recorded on the housing management system.
- Attend case conferences, multi-agency meetings, and safeguarding discussions where required.
- Identify vulnerable individuals and make appropriate referrals to support services.
- Manage a caseload effectively, ensuring statutory timescales and service standards are achieved.
- Prepare reports, correspondence, and legal documentation as required.
- Contribute to service improvements and support the achievement of homelessness prevention targets.
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