Full Time (35 hours per week)
Based in Dorchester, Dorset (Hybrid)
Overview:
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Housing Officer to join their team managing temporary accommodation. The successful candidate will have a strong background in housing and property management, specifically within temporary accommodation and homelessness services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Housing Management: Oversee the day-to-day management of temporary accommodation provided by the council.
- Client Interaction: Liaise with vulnerable clients, including those who are homeless or street homeless, and manage challenging behaviours including aggression and antisocial conduct.
- Staff Supervision: Manage and support front-line staff in delivering housing services.
- Tenancy and License Management: Handle tenancy and license agreements, ensuring compliance and managing breaches such as antisocial behaviour.
- Void Management: Oversee void properties to ensure they are reoccupied efficiently.
- Repairs and Maintenance: Coordinate repairs and maintenance to ensure properties meet required standards.
Required Experience and Qualifications:
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years in front-line housing management.
- Education: Preferably a qualification from the Chartered Institute of Housing.
- Skills: Strong background in managing vulnerable clients and dealing with homelessness issues.
- Certifications: Standard DBS check required.
We offer:
- 24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area
- 4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme
- Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment
Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.
To discuss this vacancy or other vacancies in your area please contact Amber Debens at 4 Recruitment Services