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To prevent homelessness in accordance with the provisions of the Homelessness Reduction Act, associated Code of Guidance, case law and best practice.To routinely undertake home visits for those at risk of homelessness, to fully understand the situation and be able to provide innovative and tailored options to prevent homelessness.To undertake a housing needs assessments for people seeking housing assistance and create housing plans tailored to the individual’s needs and circumstances.To manage a complex and demanding caseload in a busy and often challenging environment and prevent or relieve homelessness through the provision of advice, advocacy, negotiation and mediation.To ensure that all housing options have been thoroughly explored to ensure best efforts to prevent homelessness.To undertake the assessment and investigation of homeless applications under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 where prevention/relief is not possible and inform clients of their assessment outcome.Homeless Prevention Visiting Officer Homeless Prevention Visiting Officer Homeless Prevention Visiting Officer Homeless Prevention Visiting Officer Homeless Prevention Visiting Officer