Temporary Accommodation Officer Location: Ansell Way, CV34 4UL Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 4+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay rate: £ 13.48 per hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Main Responsibilities Notify relevant Council Sections, such as Housing Benefits and Council Tax Departments, about placements into, moves within, and the termination of temporary accommodation. Arrange the storage of applicants'' belongings in accordance with the Council s legal duties in instances of abandonment, incarceration, or confinement for health reasons. Set up rent accounts, monitor payments, and terminate accounts and placements promptly in relation to temporary accommodation as per the council s procedures and record on relevant IT systems. Take appropriate action with respect to rent accounts falling into arrears in accordance with current council procedures, liaise with the Housing Benefit department to resolve any issues, and ensure agreed repayment arrangements are adhered to. Identify and recommend former occupancy debts to be written off in accordance with policy and procedures. Verify invoices received from temporary accommodation providers to ensure accuracy and authorize payments via the finance department and IT system within corporate timescales. Undertake weekly external inspections of Council-owned temporary accommodation, including communal areas, and report any issues or repairs as required. Identify clients who require a review ..... full job details .....