Homelessness Officer needed in Macclesfield Paying  £15.84 per hr ref 5290486

Full time hours on a temporary basis

• Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct detailed Section 184 homelessness assessments in line with legislation and statutory guidance.
  • Provide specialist housing advice to residents facing homelessness or housing difficulties.
  • Develop and manage personalised Housing Plans (PHPs) to prevent or relieve homelessness.
  • Work closely with partner agencies, including social care, domestic abuse services, private landlords, supported housing, and voluntary organisations.
  • Maintain accurate case records using the council’s case management system.
  • Make decisions on priority need, intentionality, local connection, and eligibility.
  • Identify support needs and make referrals to relevant support or safeguarding agencies.
  • Attend multi-agency meetings where required to support vulnerable clients.
  • Explore creative housing solutions to maintain tenancies or secure suitable accommodation. 

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to [email protected] quoting the reference number. 

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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