Housing Options Officer

Our local authority client is looking to recruit an experienced Housing Options Officer who has experience giving housing advice including housing waiting lists and homelessness services to those in need of housing in line with the Housing Act and legislation relating to Homelessness.
Initially this role is four months but may well be extended and/or lead to permanent work.
Package:
£17ph-£18.50ph depending on experience.
37 hours a week
Weekly pay
Holiday pay on top
Friendly team environment
Onsite parking
Option to work flexible hours (hybrid but not fully remote)
Training and support to succeed in role.
Immediate start for the right candidate
Responsibilities:
Managing own caseload, making decisions and providing house advice
Triage and assessment of cases approaching the organisation.
Prevention and Caseworker duties
Supporting service users to make informed choices regarding their housing options and supporting most cost-effective solutions including adaptations and relocation.
Serving notices and attending court as and when required
Allocating temporary accommodation in line with policies in place
Working as part of the team to ensure efficiency in the department.
Updating and inputting data into the in-house systems
Delivering fast, high quality customer service.
Requirements: