Housing Options Advisor

Housing Options Advisor Location: Northamptonshire Sector: Housing and Homelessness Hours: 37.5 per week - 4 days office, 1 day WFH The Role As a Housing Options Advisor, you will be a key point of contact for individuals and families experiencing housing difficulties. You will assess housing needs, identify risks, provide tailored advice and develop practical solutions to help people secure suitable accommodation. Working collaboratively with landlords, letting agents, support services and partner organisations, you will help prevent homelessness, reduce the need for temporary accommodation and achieve positive outcomes for customers. Key Responsibilities Provide housing advice, initial assessments and triage for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Identify and take action to prevent eviction and homelessness, providing timely advice and appropriate referrals. Manage a varied caseload, ensuring decisions and interventions comply with relevant homelessness legislation and statutory guidance. Liaise with landlords, letting agents, family members and external agencies to identify suitable housing solutions. Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to coordinate support for vulnerable individuals and families. Deliver a professional, empathetic and customer-focused service, particularly when dealing with complex or urgent housing situations. About You We are looking for someone who: Has experience in housing advice, homelessness prevention, housing ..... full job details .....