Rough Sleeper Officer

A Bedfordshire Local Authority is seeking a motivated and empathetic Rough Sleeper Outreach Officer to join their Housing & Homelessness Service.

This is a frontline role focused on supporting individuals currently rough sleeping or at immediate risk, with a strong emphasis on early intervention, engagement and sustainable move-on.

• Deliver a proactive homelessness prevention, support and advice service to rough sleepers.
• Conduct regular outreach (including early mornings) to locate and engage rough sleepers, encouraging access to accommodation and support services.
• Act as a key worker for allocated rough sleepers, working closely with Housing Solutions Officers to ensure Personal Housing Plans are active, realistic and progressed.
• Reconnect individuals to their verified local connection area when appropriate.
• Provide assessments to determine the Council's statutory duties and identify suitable housing options in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act.

This role requires 4 days per week on-site to enable effective outreach, partnership working and case management.

If you are passionate about making a direct impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals, please send your CV and a short supporting statement outlining your relevant experience to (url removed).