Housing Options Officer

Housing Options Officer – 6-Month Temporary Contract

Location:

Essex (Hybrid Working)
Rate:
Competitive, dependent on experience

We are currently working with a local authority in Essex who are seeking an experienced Housing Options Officer to join their team on a 6-month temporary contract.

This role offers hybrid working, with a combination of remote work and office-based duties.

Key Responsibilities:

* Providing housing advice and assistance to customers at risk of homelessness

* Managing homelessness applications under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996

* Completing homelessness assessments, Personalised Housing Plans, and statutory decision letters

* Working proactively to prevent and relieve homelessness, including landlord negotiation

* Liaising with internal teams and external agencies to secure suitable housing solutions

* Ensuring cases are managed in line with current legislation and guidance

Key Requirements:

* Previous experience as a Housing Options / Homelessness Officer within a local authority

* Strong working knowledge of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and housing legislation

* Ability to manage a busy caseload and work to deadlines

* Confident communicator with strong problem-solving skills