Job Title: Homelessness Officer
Location: Lincoln
Salary: £25,674 – £27,255 per annum
Job Type: Full Time, Fixed Term – 12 months
At the City of Lincoln Council, we think diversity drives improvement. We are many different people, with different cultures, backgrounds and ideas, but we all share the same passion for providing great service to our community. A career with us is rewarding in lots of different ways. We’re an ambitious authority and our vision for Lincoln is set to transform the city in the coming years.
About the role:
The City of Lincoln Council isn’t like any other council. It’s a hive of talented, innovative, dedicated, high performing staff who are committed to delivering the best possible outcomes for the people they serve in the communities of Lincoln and we recognise that people are our most valuable asset.
In this rewarding and challenging role, you will assess the needs of applicants presenting themselves as homeless to the authority, make homeless decisions on applications and help prevent or relieve the applicant’s homeless situation.
About you:
To fulfil this role, we are looking for an experienced professional with a background in housing, homelessness or a similar field with working knowledge of Homeless legislation.
This role can be busy and demanding, therefore it is essential that you have first class organisation skills, including the ability to meet tight deadlines and to also have a flexible approach to working hours. Excellent communication skills and the ability to handle conflict and adopt a firm but fair approach.
Please click the APPLY button go through the Council Website and fill in the application form for this role.
Candidates with experience of; Homelessness Officer, Housing Needs Officer, Housing Officer, Housing Options Officer, Housing Support Officer Housing Assistant, Housing Officer, Housing Services, Community Outreach Worker, Customer Housing Assistant, Social Housing Assistant, Supported Housing Officer, Social Housing Worker, Housing Administrator will also be considered for this role.
