Homelessness Prevention/Relief Prevention And Relief Officer

Seven Social Care is looking for a Homelessness Prevention/Relief Prevention And Relief Officer at London Borough of Brent Council

Job Purpose:

To deliver intense specilaised support to single individuals and couples without dependant children  who are in housing need.

The posts’ primary function is to prevent homelessness by helping customers to retain their current accommodation and where this cannot be achieved, present a range of housing options to resolve their homelessness. 

To work closely with supported accommodation providers, private sector landlords, Single Homelessness Prevention Service (SHPS), statutory and voluntary agencies.

To agree Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs) with people who are threatened with homelessness or homeless under the terms of the Homeless Reduction Act.

Investigate and issue decisions on applications made under current homelessness legislation.

Principal Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

To interview all applicants that approach the Council for housing assistance, to determine what actions can be taken to resolve their housing need.

To manage caseloads, carry out necessary investigation work, issue duty letters, Personal Housing Plans and formal decisions letters in compliance with current homelessness legislation.  

Understand complex or multiple needs as well as strengths of applicants and build a culture of trust and motivation to help clients progress through their Personal Housing Plans .

To organise and manage a caseload identifying priorities and deadlines ensuring that systematic progress is made on each case in line with performance targets.

Working with Seven Social Care:

Established in 2011, Seven Social Care is a leading provider of social care professionals to county councils, charities, hospitals, care homes and private organisations across the UK.

Seven is the recruitment service that guarantees experienced, qualified and available staff exactly when you need them. Our expert talent acquisition team seamlessly connect professionals to all areas of social care; including Children and Adults, Mental Health, Substance Misuse, Community, Support Work and everything in between.

After being shortlisted for multiple awards in 2018, we are proud of our nationwide reputation for providing a world-class recruitment service that is underpinned by honesty, integrity and attention to detail.

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