Benefit Assessment Officer needed in Northampton Paying £20.77 per hr ref 17640
Full time hours on a temporary basis
Assess and make necessary decisions on all types of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction applications including changes in circumstances.
Receive and action correspondence in respect of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction from customers, landlords, Rent Service, DWP and other stakeholders including replying to requests for further information, statements of reasons, reconsiderations, and requests for backdated benefit.
We are looking for an experienced Housing Benefits Assessor to work as part of a team to work on Housing Benefits Accuracy Award Initiative [HBAA] Housing Benefits officer - Key skills & Experience Proven experience of processing all types of Housing Benefit/Council Tax Reduction claims.
Extensive experience of Capita Academy Benefits system.
Up to date knowledge of Housing Benefit legislation and the ability to apply this accurately on a case by case basis A proactive and customer-focused approach to resolving queries Work will be in all areas including : New claims and changes in circumstances HBAA Work on VEP, ATLAS and Universal Credit files The role is open to remote working .
Connect2Kent is currently seeking 4 Financial Assessment & Benefits Officers to join a temporary on-going assignment for Kent County Council's Financial Assessment and Income Unit.
Other benefits include, accruing up to 28 days holiday per year (including Bank Holidays) and the opportunity to apply for any internal permanent roles within Harrow Council.The Main Purpose of a Senior Housing Benefits Officer:
The role of a Senior Housing Benefits Officer has a competitive pay rate of £ 18.21 - £20.74 per hour, increasing in line with Harrow Council Pay Scale increments.
Work with HITS, CAFT, Access Harrow, Revenues, Finance, Adults and Housing and External Partners including the Department of Work and Pensions and where appropriate the Business Transformation Partner to ensure delivery and performance targets are met.
We are proud to be the first tier supplier into Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, we will provide you with unique opportunities first and keep you informed of all QSW assignments.
Do you work with service users and carers and seek to enhance their problem solving capabilities in a way that support maximum independence and choice ?
Pertemps are supporting a local client who are seeking to appoint 2 additional Senior Housing Benefit officers for their Harrow team.
Facilitate process improvements in response to technical requirements from the external partners
Primary Role
Collaborate with internal teams (HITS, CAFT, Access Harrow, Revenues, Finance, Adults and Housing) and external partners (DWP) to achieve delivery and performance objectives.