We are currently looking for an experienced Homelessness Prevention and Solutions Officer to join a busy Housing Needs service. This Homelessness Prevention and Solutions Officer role will focus on preventing homelessness, relieving homelessness and helping households secure sustainable housing solutions in line with the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of homelessness applications, undertake statutory assessments, issue legal decisions and work with households to prevent homelessness wherever possible. This Homelessness Prevention and Solutions Officer position would suit someone with strong homelessness legislation knowledge and experience managing complex housing needs cases.The Role - Managing a caseload of homelessness prevention and relief cases. - Undertaking statutory homelessness assessments and making enquiries in line with legislation. - Creating and managing Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs). - Working with households to prevent homelessness and secure sustainable housing solutions. - Negotiating with landlords, agents, family members and other parties to prevent homelessness. - Assessing applications under Parts VI and VII of the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. - Making decisions on eligibility, homelessness, priority need, intentional homelessness and local connection. - Drafting and issuing S184, S188, S193 and related statutory decision letters. - Conducting ho