Housing Options Officer

We are seeking a proactive and compassionate Housing Options Officer to join a local authority in Cambridgeshire. This vital front-line role focuses on preventing and relieving homelessness, delivering a highly effective and customer-centred housing options service.

You will assess and investigate homelessness approaches and applications in line with statutory duties under the Housing Act 1996 and relevant case law. The role also involves assessing housing needs in accordance with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, ensuring compliance while delivering positive outcomes for residents.
Managing a varied caseload, you will work across either the Single Homeless Pathway or the Families Pathway, providing tailored advice, support, and prevention solutions.
The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of homelessness legislation, excellent assessment and case management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid environment.

How to Apply
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