Housing Assistant - London, United Kingdom - ViaR Recruitment Ltd

ViaR Recruitment Ltd

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Working with ViaR Recruitment
For several years, long before we launched our team have been assisting professionals in discovering new and exciting opportunities. We possess the expertise to identify the finest options available.

Our operations span across the UK, and thanks to our outstanding relationships with the largest employers in the healthcare, social care, IT, and engineering sectors, we offer you the greatest possibility of securing your next position.

We also offer a £300 referral bonus should you know of anyone who may be interested.

Job description

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Staying updated on changes in benefit regulations and policies to ensure accurate and current information is provided.
Conducting housing assessments to identify the specific needs and requirements of clients.
Advocating on behalf of clients to ensure their needs are met within the realms of housing and benefits.
Maintaining accurate and uptodate records of client interactions and support provided.
Providing advice on tenancy agreements, eviction prevention, and housing rights.

Requirements:

Previous experience in a similar role within the social services sector.
Knowledge of the UK benefits system, housing regulations, and related policies.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Empathy and a nonjudgmental approach when dealing with individuals facing housing and benefit challenges.
Ability to work collaboratively with clients, colleagues, and external agencies.
Enhanced DBS dated within the last 12 months. On the update service? You could be fast tracked through our recruitment process today.