Homeless Housing Coordinator (SO2)
Enfield Council
Role
Who You Are
As a Homeless Housing Coordinator, you are an expert in homelessness assessments and legislation. You possess profound knowledge and experience in handling welfare benefits, the homelessness reduction act, and pertinent housing policies and case law. Your work is driven by a commitment to prevent homelessness and you thrive on collaboration with multiple partners to enhance housing sustainment. Additionally, you are aware of safeguarding vulnerable adults and children, which informs your approach in providing effective solutions.
What the Job Involves
The role of the Homeless Housing Coordinator involves proactively preventing homelessness by carrying out initial assessments and providing expert advice to applicants at risk. You will work closely with the Initial Assessment Team and the Front Door Team Service to support individuals in sustaining their current accommodation or transitioning to suitable private rented housing. Through collaboration with partners and adherence to Enfield’s Early Help strategy, you will play a key role in improving resilience and ensuring long-term housing solutions.
Skills
- Expert knowledge of initial homelessness assessments
- Understanding of welfare benefits
- Proficiency in the homelessness reduction act
- Familiarity with housing and homelessness policies
- Knowledge of case law, legislation, and legal practices
- Ability to handle courts, possession orders, and evictions
- Specialist knowledge in homelessness decision making
- Understanding of safeguarding vulnerable adults and children