Rehousing Officer
Medway, Kent
Temporary Ongoing
Full Time
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Rehousing Officer to join a busy Housing Needs team in Medway, Kent, supporting homeless households into suitable temporary accommodation and helping to deliver an effective rehousing service.
THE ROLE
As a Rehousing Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring homeless households are placed into suitable temporary accommodation whilst delivering housing advice, managing applications and supporting the council's statutory housing duties.
Source and secure suitable temporary accommodation for homeless households.
Coordinate planned and emergency placements to ensure effective use of available accommodation.
Conduct tenancy sign-ups and household visits for residents moving into temporary accommodation.
Assess housing applications in line with the Allocations Policy and maintain accurate records.
Manage temporary accommodation rent accou...