Homeless Prevention Support Officer Richmond, Yorkshire and the Humber, England
Job description
Homelessness
Prevention Support Officer – Richmondshire
Grade/Band: G
Weekend Working: No
Location: George Nickling House, Colburn, Catterick Garrison
Closing Date: Sunday 10th September 2023
Date for Interview: Wednesday 20th September 2023
Do you have
experience in the housing, homelessness or support sector or do you have the
personality and skills to support someone in their time of need? Are you
looking for a role that is challenging but offers lots of job satisfaction?
The role
As our
Homelessness Prevention Officer, you will support staff in the delivery of the
housing options and advice service, developing support plans for each client’s
individually assessed support needs. You will provide tenancy support for all
clients in temporary and move on accommodation and will liaise with external
agencies, client’s families and carers as required.
The role is
Monday to Friday, you will be required to cover out of hours to cover the duty
line.
What you will bring
This is a very challenging role that requires someone who
is resilient, has empathy and patience to deal with clients with complex
support needs. You will also have:
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Experience in good customer focus and building
good relationships. - Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
- The ability to empower and enable clients to
make informed choices.
- Be able to work under pressure and manage your
time effectively. - The desire to learn.
Ideally, we are looking for someone who has experience
in housing, homelessness, or the support sector, although this is not essential
as full training will be provided.
Contact and Apply
If you would like
to learn more about our opportunity, we recommend contacting Kelly Jefferson on
01748 900942 or by email [email protected] prior to applying.
To apply, we want
to know about you and your motivation. Please complete the supporting evidence
section of the application form on what your motivation is for applying, what
skills you can bring to the role, and how you meet the following criteria:
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Good
customer focus and building relationships - Excellent
communication skills - Empowering
people and/or clients to make informed choices - Working
under pressure
Key dates
Closing date: Sunday 10th September 2023
Interview date: Wednesday
20th September 2023
An enhanced DBS is
required for this position which we as the employer will fund
Job Description.pdf
Total Rewards
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Postholders are subject to employment clearances to meet Baseline Personnel Security Standards (link) which includes identity, employment history, right to work, time spent abroad and unspent criminal record (basic DBS) vetting.
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Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.
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