Job Description
Supported Housing Officer Role Type: Temp 6 weeks + Hours: Full-time 37.5 Mon - Fri Salary: £14.84 + holiday pay, £16.63 inc. OR £19.27 umbrella Location: Covering Somerset, BandNES and North Somerset Additional information: Participation in an on-call, out-of-hours rota Valid driver''s license and access to own vehicle business insurance will be required for roles involving travel for work. Flexibility to work until 8:00 PM according to the project needs. We are recruiting a Housing Officer to support a new and exciting service providing temporary accommodation and practical support to individuals leaving prison who are at risk of homelessness. You will manage a caseload across several properties, helping clients settle into accommodation, maintain their tenancies and successfully move on to permanent housing. Key Responsibilities Welcome and induct new clients, explaining accommodation rules and expectations. Provide practical support with benefits, banking, budgeting and accessing services. Deliver person-centred, trauma-informed support to help clients build independence. Support clients to access longer-term accommodation. Liaise with probation services, local authorities and other partner agencies. Maintain accurate case notes, reports and incident records. Carry out regular property visits, inspections and health and safety checks. Report maintenance issues and ensure properties remain safe, clean and well maintained. Manage property ..... full job details .....