The Assessment and Placement Officer is the first point of contact for individuals and families presenting as homeless or at risk of homelessness to the Accommodation Placement Service. Reporting to the Office Manager within the Homeless Accommodation Placement Service, this role is crucial in assessing clients' immediate needs and determining their eligibility for emergency accommodation. The Assessment and Placement Officer conducts thorough assessments to identify the most suitable placement options and works closely with private accommodation providers to secure emergency accommodation where required.
 
Beyond placement, the role includes assisting clients throughout their journey, from initial placement to eventual transition from emergency accommodation into medium to long-term housing solutions. This involves ongoing support to ensure client housing applications are updated on the Social Housing List, data accuracy within the Pathway Accommodation & Support System (PASS), and client guidance on available housing options.

The Assessment and Placement Officer role is dynamic, combining front-line public interaction, case management, and collaborative work with a variety of stakeholders, all aimed at helping vulnerable individuals and families access stable housing options.

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People and Organisation Development Directorate, Cork City Council