Homelessness Project officer

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Homelessness Project officer on behalf of Luton Borough Council.Main purpose of position:4-week project has arisen to support the development of a Single Homeless Pathway in Luton. The role will focus on verifying the needs of people living in supported accommodation, ensuring individuals are placed appropriately, and supporting system-wide flow through improved understanding of need.You will be responsible to:Work closely with supported accommodation providers to timetable visits and gain access to residents across the 4-week project periodConduct curious conversation-based, light-touch assessments with identified cohorts within supported accommodation servicesApply a defined assessment framework to determine and record each individual''s overall level of needWhere appropriate, refer individuals who are not suitably placed to:Adult Social CareHostel PRS Move-On TeamMaintain accurate records to support analysis, system learning, and pathway development Skills and Experience:Single homelessness and supported accommodation servicesThe Homelessness Reduction Act 2017Care and support needs under the Care Act 2014Supporting individuals with multiple and intersecting needs (e.g. mental health, substance use, offending history)Multi-agency and partnership workingConducting light-touch assessments using curious conversation approachesAbout UsLuton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment ..... full job details .....