Bookings & Emergency Allocations Officer
Posted 1 week ago by Job Switch
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Little London, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Bookings & Emergency Accommodation Officer role involves assessing the accommodation needs of homeless applicants and managing the booking procedures for various types of accommodation. This position is a three-month secondment aimed at providing valuable experience at a senior officer level. The successful candidate is expected to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and Council policies. Immediate availability is preferred for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess accommodation needs of homeless applicants.
- Undertake procedures for booking customers into emergency, self-contained temporary, and permanent accommodation.
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and guidance governing accommodation suitability.
- Adhere to Council policies, procedures, and targets.
- Understand duties owed to customers threatened with or experiencing homelessness under relevant legislation.
Key Skills:
- Experience in accommodation booking procedures.
- Knowledge of statutory requirements related to homelessness.
- Understanding of Council policies and procedures.
- Ability to assess and respond to the needs of homeless applicants.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Little London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
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