Aatom Recruitment is hiring on behalf of Local Authority for the role of RQ#removed# - Community Homelessness Prevention Officer

Job Title: RQ#removed# - Community Homelessness Prevention Officer

Contract Duration: 3 Months

Hours per week: 36

Key Responsibilities

Provide early intervention and preventative support to residents at risk of homelessness

Manage a complex caseload, progressing cases proactively and independently

Work directly with residents in the community, meeting face-to-face and adapting approaches based on individual need

Deliver holistic, person-centred support addressing housing, financial, health, family, and wider wellbeing issues

Identify early indicators of homelessness risk and take effective preventative action

Liaise with residents, colleagues, and partner agencies via email, telephone, and face-to-face contact

Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, commissioned services, and voluntary and community sector partners

Coordinate multi-agency support to ensure residents receive joined-up, timely assistance

Accurately record and document all activity using case management systems and relevant spreadsheets

Communicate clearly and effectively, leading all interactions with empathy and understanding

Ensure casework and advice comply with homelessness legislation, policies, and local processes

What We Are Looking For, Essential Requirements:

Experience working in support services (mandatory)

Strong experience providing direct support to clients in a housing, support, or community setting

Strong written and numerical skills

Experience of case management systems

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to manage work independently