Housing Options Officer
Location: Braintree (Hybrid 3/2 split)
Salary: £35.00 PH (3-month contract)
Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 17:00
Company description
Connect Personnel are representing a longstanding client who are currently urgently looking for an experienced Housing Management System Project Manager.
This is a hybrid role with the expectation to be in the office to meet business needs which on average is two days per month.
The role
To main purpose of this role is to own the Housing Management System replacement project from inception, through procurement to delivery into live ensuring all Council rules are adhered to including change control, procurement, and budget control.
Job Purpose
The purpose of this role is to provide a front-line, customer-focussed service to individuals and families experiencing housing difficulties. To assess housing needs and provide specialist advice in respect of all housing options in order to prevent and relieve homelessness. When prevention opportunities have been exhausted, to undertake investigations to determine the Council's duties under PtV11 Housing Act 1996, as amended, and ensure that statutory obligations are carried out.
Your Experience
Good interviewing and interpersonal skills. Excellent organisational and communication skills coupled with an empathetic style. Strong IT skills and letter writing skills are also important.
Experience of providing housing advice to the public and of liaising with other statutory, voluntary or private sector organisations.
Experience of working in a housing service or a similar area of work.
Experience of issuing Personalised Housing Plan (PHP)
Experience of writing s184 decisions
Willingness to work in the office in the first 4 weeks of starting the role followed by a hybrid work pattern of 2-3 days a week in the office.
Willingness to carry out face to face housing options interview with homeless applicants.
Ability to manage own workload, be proactive while working within a team to achieve team objectives.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative and leading firm in its industry. Please contact Connect Personnel for a confidential discussion or apply today!