6 months contract with local authorities

• Support refugee, resettled, and migrant families in finding suitable and affordable accommodation in West Sussex
  
• Collaborate with teams within the Communities directorate, partners, and District and Boroughs to assist families in securing appropriate housing
  
• Establish strong working relationships with local estate agents, landlords, and the Home Office to secure residential properties
  
• Prevent families from spending time in temporary accommodation by securing suitable residential options
  
• Travel throughout the County, including to locations not easily accessible by public transport, to fulfil job requirements
  
• Communicate effectively in English with members of the public
  
• Lead the support for families in finding suitable housing, particularly in complex cases, in coordination with the allocated caseworker
  
• Conduct affordability assessments, monitor housing options, and complete subsistence assessments for families based on government guidance
  
• Collaborate with other agencies and District and Boroughs to explore available housing options and assist families in maximising income through budgeting, employment, benefits, and debt management
  
• Identify opportunities for homeless prevention and address barriers to resettlement through solution-focused interventions
  
• Supervise the Service Support Officer
  
• Maintain, analyse, and interpret sensitive people-related data to maintain accurate records, prioritise needs, and negotiate and implement effective plans, updating the Property Project Manager as necessary
  

• Strong communication skills in English
  
• Ability to travel throughout the County, including to locations not easily accessible by public transport
  
• Experience in housing support or related field is preferred
  
• Knowledge of government guidance on housing and resettlement
  
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders and agencies