Property Pathway and Sustainability Officer
Property Pathway and Sustainability Officer
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Job Description
6 months contract with local authorities
- Support refugee resettled and migrant families in finding suitable and affordable accommodation in West Sussex
- Collaborate with teams within the Communities directorate partners and District and Boroughs to assist families in securing appropriate housing
- Establish strong working relationships with local estate agents landlords and the Home Office to secure residential properties
- Prevent families from spending time in temporary accommodation by securing suitable residential options
- Travel throughout the County including to locations not easily accessible by public transport to fulfil job requirements
- Communicate effectively in English with members of the public
- Lead the support for families in finding suitable housing particularly in complex cases in coordination with the allocated caseworker
- Conduct affordability assessments monitor housing options and complete subsistence assessments for families based on government guidance
- Collaborate with other agencies and District and Boroughs to explore available housing options and assist families in maximising income through budgeting employment benefits and debt management
- Identify opportunities for homeless prevention and address barriers to resettlement through solution-focused interventions
- Supervise the Service Support Officer
- Maintain analyse and interpret sensitive people-related data to maintain accurate records prioritise needs and negotiate and implement effective plans updating the Property Project Manager as necessary
Requirements
- Strong communication skills in English
- Ability to travel throughout the County including to locations not easily accessible by public transport
- Experience in housing support or related field is preferred
- Knowledge of government guidance on housing and resettlement
- Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders and agencies
Requirements: Full-time availability for a year Ability to work 36 hours per week Resilient and able to thrive in challenging situations Attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills Comfortable with confrontation and able to deal with difficult situations Availability for out-of-hours meetings and lone working Daily use of a car and a full driving license
Employment Type
Full Time
