Tenancy Sustainment Worker

Description

BDS are currently recruiting for a Tenancy Sustainment Officer to work with a Housing Association in the Exeter area to helps tenants, especially those facing difficulties, to successfully maintain their housing.

The main focus of the role is;

* Offer guidance on financial matters like welfare benefits and debt management

* Assist with accessing grants and support services

* Advocate on the tenant's behalf with external agencies

* Foster relationships with relevant organisations like DWP,

This role is being offered on a full time, fixed term basis until June 2026, working 37 hours per week. This is a field-based role in Exeter.

The ideal candidate will have;

* Experience of working with a wide range of people from varying backgrounds with housing management needs.

* Good level of literacy and numeracy.

* Safeguarding certification.

* Evidence of continuing professional development.

* Experience of applying common sense to situations and managing risks.

* Experience in dealing with challenging and dangerous behaviour.

* Knowledge of what housing related support is and the issues that people face on a daily basis.

Salary between- £25,659- £28,510 per annum

Apply now for immediate consideration

Ad ID: 5416966418