Job description

Homeless Housing Coordinator – 3 Month Contract

Location: Enfield

Pay Rate: £28.30 per hour (Umbrella)

Contract: Temporary (3 Months)

Pay: Bi-weekly

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Summary

This temporary 3-month contract role within the Initial Assessment Team is crucial for preventing homelessness and supporting individuals at risk of losing their accommodation. The position emphasises early intervention, expert housing advice, and collaboration with partners to sustain tenancies or secure alternative housing, aligning with the Homelessness Reduction Act and Enfield’s Early Help strategy.

Responsibilities

Homelessness Prevention & Assessment
- Conduct initial homelessness assessments in compliance with statutory duties.
- Identify opportunities for early intervention to prevent or delay homelessness.
- Provide expert housing advice tailored to individual circumstances.

Case Management
- Manage a caseload focused on the prevention and relief of homelessness.
- Develop and implement customized housing solutions.
- Ensure all actions comply with the Homelessness Reduction Act and local policies.

Advice & Support
- Offer guidance on housing options, tenancy rights, and legal processes.
- Support applicants in sustaining existing accommodation when possible.
- Assist in accessing opportunities within the private rented sector.

Legal & Legislative Compliance
- Apply comprehensive knowledge of the Homelessness Reduction Act, housing legislation, and case law.
- Understand possession proceedings, court processes, and evictions.
- Make informed decisions and maintain accurate case records.

Partnership Working
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to provide cohesive support.
- Contribute to Early Help strategy initiatives, enhancing resilience and sustainment outcomes.
- Liaise with services such as welfare benefits, social care, and safeguarding teams.

Requirements

Requirements:

Knowledge
- Expert understanding of initial homelessness assessments and the Homelessness Reduction Act.
- In-depth knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation, policy, and case law.
- Familiarity with court processes, possession orders, and evictions.
- Strong understanding of welfare benefits and safeguarding vulnerable adults and children.

Experience
- Experience in homelessness prevention or housing options.
- Proven track record in managing housing cases within a local authority or similar setting.
- Experience delivering advice and support to vulnerable individuals.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

Skills & Competencies
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to make sound, legally compliant decisions.
- High attention to detail and record-keeping.
- Capability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
- Problem-solving and negotiation skills.
- Ability to build effective relationships with partners and service users.

Other Requirements
- Calm and professional demeanour in challenging situations.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused services.
- Strong awareness of safeguarding and risk management.

Additional Information

This is a 3-month temporary contract.
Pay is provided on a bi-weekly basis.
Opportunity to work within a key frontline homelessness prevention service.
Immediate start available.

Homeless Housing Coordinator