Homeless Assessment Officer - Liverpool, United Kingdom - iWork Recruitment Limited

iWork Recruitment Limited

Verified Company

Liverpool, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

Contract to start on until with a possible extension.

Evidence of and commitment to continuous professional development.

Substantial experience of interviewing and negotiation skills including direct experience of working to prevent homelessness.

Experience of homelessness and housing advice work.

Experience in working with vulnerable client groups.

Knowledge of the social and financial costs of homelessness to individuals, the local authority and other relevant bodies.

Knowledge of Landlord and Tenant, Immigration, Welfare Benefits and relevant Social Services legislation.

Experience of effective interviewing skills.

Ability to think creatively in finding solutions to preventing homelessness.

Effective communication skills both verbal and written.

Ability to negotiate and work assertively, yet in a sensitive manner, with those who are potentially homeless to ensure that they achieve a realistic understanding of their situation and to discuss the options available to them.

Ability to investigate issues in a sensitive manner.

Ability to accurately record statements and findings.

Salary:
£14.71 per hour

Work Location:
In person

Reference ID:

RQ