Teqniq is searching for a Housing Advisor to work in the public sector.
37 hours per week.
14 weeks contract.
Three days at Trinity and two days remote.
Job Description:
To give housing advice and discuss suitable housing options to people experiencing housing problems. To make enquiries and reach decisions on homelessness applications under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended).
To act as a caseworker for housing applicants owed the main housing duty, providing advice guidance and assistance on the range of options available to resolve their housing problems and enable move on from temporary accommodation into settled accommodation.
To assess suitability on homeless applications carrying out investigations into areas of suitability and reach decisions within the framework of the Housing Act 1996 Part VII (Homelessness). Providing accurate and appropriate advice by assessing the support needs of clients and updating personalised housing plans. Refer cases to other sources of assistance where appropriate e.g. social care and health lettings agencies community and voluntary advice organisations.
Assist in the workplace’s reduction of temporary accommodation expenditure by ensuring that all avenues for temporary accommodation arrangements are explored.
TEQ-0826-OR112518
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.45 per hour
Work Location: In person
