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COMMUNITIES & HOMES SERVICES

Homelessness & Prevention Officer

 £30,296 – £33,945

We are looking for experienced Homelessness Prevention Officers with at least 2 years’ experience of working in Homelessness Prevention / Relief within a local authority.

You will have the experience and skillset to make enquiries and homelessness decisions, in accordance with the Homeless Reduction Act,2017.

Working as part of a generic team, you will be supporting customers to find solutions for their housing issues and will do this by providing housing and financial advice and support, liaising with landlords and developing personalised housing plans for customers with a firm focus on the prevention of homelessness.

Benefits 

• Competitive Salary
• 24 days annual leave, 8 Bank Holidays, 2 extra statutory days and 1 locally agreed day
• Generous pension scheme
• Hybrid working
• Structured Induction Program
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Regular performance reviews
• Payment of professional subscription for approved professionals
• Family Friendly Policies
• Independent Support for your health & wellbeing
• Generous compassionate leave
• Cycle to Work scheme

 

For an informal discussion about this role, please call Elaine Howard, our Team Supervisor (Homelessness and Prevention) on 01788 533837.

You can view full details of this job via our website www.rugby.gov.uk , where you can also apply on-line.  If you are unable to apply on-line please contact 01788 533564, or e-mail: [email protected] for further assistance.

 Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Closing Date: 18 February 2024

Interview Date: 28 February 2024