Job Description
Homelessness Prevention & Assessment Officer 3 Month Contract Location: RG12 (Bracknell Area) Rate: 36.10 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: Temporary (3 Months) Hours: Full-Time Pay: Bi-weekly Summary This temporary role involves assessing homelessness applications, providing housing advice, and ensuring compliance with statutory duties under homelessness legislation. The successful candidate will work to prevent and relieve homelessness, complete statutory assessments, and collaborate with customers, landlords, and partner agencies to achieve positive housing outcomes. This position is crucial in supporting vulnerable households and ensuring they receive appropriate guidance and assistance. Responsibilities Homelessness Assessments: Evaluate applications under the Housing Act 1996 Part VII and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Conduct detailed housing needs assessments and determine duties owed to applicants. Complete statutory investigations and issue Section 184 decision letters. Preven...