3 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
Join the London Borough of Islingtons Housing Needs and Strategy team to make a real difference for vulnerable residents.
Youll conduct homelessness assessments make main duty decisions and provide empathetic trauma-informed support to those in need.
The role involves clearing backlogs liaising with internal teams and external partners and safeguarding adults and children.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Conduct homelessness assessments and make decisions under relevant legislation.
Provide trauma-informed support to rough sleepers care leavers victims of domestic abuse asylum seekers and LGBTQ residents.
Collaborate with internal teams (Adult Social Care Childrens Services hospitals MARAC) and external agencies (RSLs probation voluntary sector).
Make referrals to relevant support services and public bodies.
Respond to councillor enquiries complaints and LGSCO investigations.
Maintain accurate records in line with GDPR and council policies.
Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times.
Skills/Experience:
Experience with vulnerable individuals in housing health or social care settings.
Knowledge of homelessness legislation and case law (Housing Act Homelessness Reduction Act Domestic Abuse Act).
Strong communication skills including report writing and stakeholder engagement.
Ability to work under pressure while maintaining service standards.
Commitment to equality diversity and safeguarding.
Additional Information:
Enhanced DBS clearance.
Location: 222 Upper Street London Borough of Islington.
Hours: 35 per week (MonFri 09:0017:00).
Experience with vulnerable individuals in housing health or social care settings. Knowledge of homelessness legislation and case law (Housing Act Homelessness Reduction Act Domestic Abuse Act). Strong communication skills including report writing and stakeholder engagement. Ability to work under pressure while maintaining service standards. Commitment to equality diversity and safeguarding.