Posted 18 days ago

Independent Living Officer


Job Details



Responsibilities 

  • Assist in the provision of housing management services and support to vulnerable residents, their families and carers.
  • Work with Housing Officers, Income Maximisation Officers, Neighbourhoods Team and internal council staff to support vulnerable residents.
  • Engage with contractors to ensure repairs, building maintenance and planned works are carried out
  • Referrals to and from:  third party statutory and non-statutory services:  including, social services, and mental health teams. DWP, Police, hospitals, care homes and other relevant agencies
  • Liaise with and or advise senior members of staff regarding service issues, problems and processes
  • Direct contact with members of the public including dealing with challenging situations where influence may be needed.

Requirements 
  • Experience of working in voluntary or public housing service.
  • Experience of carrying out risk assessments, writing support plans and protecting vulnerable adults and children
  • Experience of giving complex advice on a range of issues face to face to the public.
  • Experience of coordinating resources and services to assist vulnerable residents.

Contract 
  • Initial 3 to 6 month contract with the opportunity to extend 
  • PAYE via Umbrella 
  • Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm 

If you are interested in this position and meet the requirements, APPLY NOW!