Housing Options Officer

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Slough Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience

We are looking for a Housing Options Officer this role will be : SL1 2SP Hybrid

The right candidate will :

• To actively work with clients to prevent their homelessness. By assisting them to retain their existing accommodation or secure alternative housing when all other housing options or solutions are exhausted. To actively pursue further housing options by referring to the Private Rented Sector team and supported housing accommodation providers as appropriate.
• To investigate, assess, assist, advise and determine customers housing options, providing the Council’s statutory obligations in relation to housing advice and homeless services including the s184 notifications and direct communication via phone, email or in person, with members of the public seeking support or adviceTo ensure that the Council complies with its statutory duties in providing the above, with particular reference to the Homeless Reduction Act 2017 and Parts VI and VII, the Housing Act, taking into account, the relevant codes of guidance, case law and agreed legislative and service standards
• To negotiate with landlords, family members and other agencies, both statutory and non-s...