Details:
- Salary: £23.55 - 25.13 - Hour
- Location: Rugby Warwickshire
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
Position: Housing Advice and Benefits Services Manager
Pay rate: £23.55 - £25.13 per hour
Location: Rugby
Hours: 37h per week, office hours - hybrid (at least 2 days in office)
ASAP start!
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Housing Advice and Benefits Services Manager to join a dynamic team. As the Housing Advice and Benefits Services Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing a range of key functions to prevent and manage homelessness and rough sleeping in the borough.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders to develop strategies for the prevention and management of homelessness and rough sleeping.
- Manage the housing waiting list and allocation of homes in a fair and transparent manner.
- Support the strategic enabling of affordable housing initiatives to meet the needs of the community.
- Effectively manage staff, budgets, health and safety, and business continuity plans to ensure the delivery of efficient and responsive services.
- Secure and manage suitable temporary accommodation solutions for service users in need.
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of consultations, statistical, and financial returns, including subsidy claims and grant claims.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Proven experience in managing housing advice and benefits services in a similar setting.
- Strong understanding of homelessness prevention strategies and housing allocation processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team to achieve strategic objectives.
- Ability to analyse data and financial information to inform decision-making.
- Relevant qualifications in housing management, social work, or a related field.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals experiencing housing insecurity and have the skills and experience to lead a dedicated team, we invite you to apply for the Housing Advice and Benefits Services Manager position. Apply now and be a part of the team