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Homeless Intervention Caseworker The role of Homeless Intervention Officer is a statutory role specifically focused on intervening early, preventing homelessness and managing our crisis response aims of alleviating homelessness where this has occurred. Working directly with those affected by homelessness by: -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Triaging new approaches and providing quality advice to delay or stop homelessness in its tracks to all groups of customers including vulnerable customers who are in priority need, undertakes assessments to understand the council's duty -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Undertakes all necessary enquiries and prevention activity via Personal housing Plans -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Makes and checks statutory homeless decisions which are subject to legal challenge -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Work closely with internal and external partners and agencies to resolve homelessness -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Assesses who requires Transitional Accommodation - They ensure that the council meets the requirements of Part 7, Housing Act 1996 and Homeless Reduction Act. -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Considering Safeguarding issues and referrals, especially concerning children, older people and those claiming homelessness due to domestic abuse. Conducting full assessment of all eligible applicants who present as homeless or threatened with homelessness and issue notification letters in accordance with the legislation. Work collaboratively with applicants to draw up an agreed personalised housing plans and continually review the plan by updating the advice and support provided to the applicants. Assist in delivering a comprehensive and proactive homelessness prevention and advice service. Liaising with friends and family, landlords, letting agents, General Practitioners, Health Care workers, internal and external partners in the process of preventing or relieving homelessness and determining duties owed to applicants. Taking all reasonable steps to relieve homelessness irrespective of priority need. Conducting assessment interviews at Council offices and making home visits to homeless applicants. Apply and implement homelessness laws and the code of guidance, including the Housing Act1996, the Homelessness Act 2002, the Homeless Reduction Act 2017 and other relevant guidance and legislation whilst carrying out assessments of applicants' housing and support needs. Explain the full range of housing solutions available to customers to help prevent or relieve homelessness as well as mediate to help resolve potentially homeless cases irrespective of tenure (excluding fear of violence). Ensure full and accurate recordings of client's details, all advice and support provided and maintain accurate written and computer records, reports and other monitoring information as required, in connection with the various duties and case management and in line with relevant policies and procedures. To manage client's expectations advising as to potential housing solutions including private rented and hostel accommodation and as to the lower supply of social housing compared to demand. To undertake a holistic assessment of current housing issues and seek out appropriate solutions where possible at an early stage to prevent homelessness and where possible prevent the use of interim accommodation by preventing homelessness. You may need to make referrals to the Mental Health or other relevant professional panels and to attend or participate in case conferences as requested. To keep up to date with relevant case law particularly in respect of the tests of vulnerability and priority need and with reference to responsibilities under the Equality Act and Care Acts. To identify and refer cases to the homeless outreach workers / services, e.g. those with a history of rough sleeping or complex needs where resettlement is needed to enable rehousing by social or other housing providers. You will be working closely with the temporary accommodation team to support the client with rehoming to permanent accommodation. You will provide information to clients on the operation of the Council's Housing Register, advice on a household's position on the register, extending areas of choice and prospects of assistance with housing and update systems as necessary. You will be required to complete assessments on suitable accommodation for applicants for temporary or long-term accommodation to end the homeless duty. This role is likely to be two days in the office per week, candidates must be able to attend CBC office locations when requested. There will be a requirement to attend team meetings as and when required.

Outreach and Sustainment Officer To deliver proactive, trauma informed outreach to identify, engage, and support people who are sleeping rough or at risk of rough sleeping, ensuring they receive timely help, safety checks, and access to appropriate services and accommodation. Outreach and Sustainment Officer To assess individuals needs, risks, and circumstances, providing clear advice, practical support, and signposting to housing, health, welfare, and specialist services, helping people move away from the streets and reduce harm. Outreach and Sustainment Officer To provide ongoing sustainment support for people moving into temporary accommodation, supported housing, or independent living - beginning from the point they move in - to help them settle, stabilise, build independence, and maintain their accommodation successfully. Outreach and Sustainment Officer To contribute specialist knowledge of homelessness, rough sleeping, and complex needs to the wider service, working collaboratively with colleagues and partners to ensure safe, coordinated, person-centred responses that improve outcomes and reduce risk.

Housing Options Officer (Single and Complex Needs) Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Details: FTC ending 31/3/2029 Working Hours: 37 Salary: £38,009 to £41,506 (inclusive of local weighting) Job Category: Housing Location: Wallfields, Peggs Lane Reference: eastherts/TP/4710/182 Are you a committed, enthusiastic and resilient housing professional who enjoys a fulfilling role in a customer-focused environment? We are looking for someone like you to join our team! If we are a good fit for you, you will have the opportunity to prevent and relieve homelessness for customers with more complex needs, assisting customers through all stages of the homelessness process. Please note this is a fixed-term position, ending on 31/3/2029. What will you be doing? In this role, you will: - work within the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 to give advice and assistance to customers in housing need to prevent or relieve their homelessness - undertake and support the assessment of those sleeping rough in the area through outreach - determine homeless applications - ensure that customers are kept informed at all stages, and issue written notifications of all decisions made About you As an ideal candidate, you will have: - drive and commitment to preventing homelessness - excellent communication and negotiation skills, enabling you to deal with complex clients, often in emotional and stressful situations - knowledge of homelessness legislation - strong organisation and time management skills - previous experience of working in a collaborative way to solve problems and achieve positive outcomes for customers What can we offer you? - Opportunities for growth and cross-department working, learning new skills and service areas - 26-29 days' annual leave, rising to 34 days with 5 years' local government service - Usage of our e-fleet during business hours for business-related visits - Employee well-being programme - Employee events group - Regular opportunities to socialise with other teams within the council - Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time - Up to 50% working from home for eligible posts - Free parking in our offices and select council-owned car parks during business hours - Access to wellbeing and occupational health schemes such as the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Local Government pension scheme - Discounts at council-owned leisure centres - Opportunity to network with colleagues across councils in Hertfordshire and the East of England - Professional environment where your career path really matters, and your development is supported by the organisation How to apply For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Christine Nelson. Closing date: 9 May 2026 at midnight. Interviews will be held week commencing the 18 May 2026. We, as a council, are ambitious. To find out more about our ambitions and what it's like working at East Herts, hear from our employees on our careers site. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and maintaining a firm commitment to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. We believe that creating inclusive environments leads to stronger collaboration and better outcomes in our work. Find out more about our disability confident scheme on our website.