Housing Options Officer

Company: Tripod Partners
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Location: Bracknell
Job Description:

Bracnkell Forest Council

  • Must be able to attend the office once a week to offer a face to face assessment
  • Previous working experience of Abritas/Civica required

To consider and assess homelessness applications in accordance with the HousingAct 1996 Part VII as amended by the Homeless Reduction Act 2017 and meet the Councils statutory obligations in relation to providing high quality housing advice and homeless services including the s184 notifications and direct communication via phone, email or in person, with members of the public seeking support or adviceTo undertake assessment and triage duties as part of a rotaTo actively work with clients to prevent and relieve their homelessnessTo have knowledge of the Renters Rights ActTo negotiate with landlords, family members and other agencies, both statutory andnon-statutory to find the best solutions to clients housing needs and seeking toprevent homelessness wherever possible.To undertake comprehensive financial assessments to ensure accommodation isaffordable and work closely with internal and external organisations to maximise incomeTo assess and review housing register applications for applicants owed a homeless dutyTo ensure all case notes are accurately recorded and documents are uploaded on to our databaseTo provide customers with robust Personal Housing Plans linking with education, employment, health and other support providers and agencies.To attend multi agency meetings where required

Posted: August 21st, 2026