Our client is looking for an experienced Homeless Prevention Officer.Deliver a range of case management, support and person centred interventions for people and households in housing need and at risk of homelessness, or homeless.
Cases are managed in compliance with Housing (Wales) Act 2014 legalisation and within the clear guidance of the Supporting People initiative.Monday to Friday full time role.Will need to be office based in Colwyn Bay at times to cover duty/assessment.
HND qualification or equivalent or significant experience in delivering person centred supportPossession of or be working towards the CIH qualificationDetailed knowledge and experience of one or more of Welfare Rights, debt, mediation, negotiation and supporting Vulnerable Adults.Experience in Report writing.Experience of multi-agency working.Experience of working with homeless people and/or people who have been at risk of homelessness.An understanding of the homelessness Legislation and Housing Issues.Knowledge of social policy and poverty issues underpinning the social security system.An understanding of child protection issues and Vulnerable Adults knowledge and ability to work within agreed frameworksThe ability to communicate in English is essential.The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable.IT skills, including management of databases and standard packages such as Word, Outlook, Excel.
PLEASE ONLY apply if you have the necessary skills, experience and expertise.
The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV.
Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities.
Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer.