Housing Options Officer

4Recruitment Services are seeking an experienced Housing Options Officer to join a busy and expanding homelessness service based in Maidenhead.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housing professional who can confidently manage homelessness cases from initial triage and assessment through to final homelessness decisions,The successful candidate will have strong working knowledge of the Housing Reduction Act (HRA) and relevant homelessness legislation and case law, with the ability to independently investigate cases, undertake assessments and make robust statutory decisions.The role allows hybrid working, with an expected minimum office attendance of 1 day per week. Business needs may require increased office attendance from time to time, and flexibility around working arrangements will therefore be required.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Manage your own caseload of homelessness applications from initial triage through to final decision.Undertake comprehensive homelessness assessments, investigations and fact-finding interviews.Apply relevant homelessness legislation, case law and statutory guidance when assessing applications.Demonstrate a strong understanding of the five homelessness tests and their application to individual cases.Progress cases through the prevention, relief and main duty stages.Prepare clear, accurate and legally sound homelessness decision letters.Make appropriate recommendations regarding temporary accommodation.Identify and respond ..... full job details .....