HILDA Housing Adviser

HILDA Housing Adviser

25th September 2024
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Dalkeith CAB seeks a Housing Adviser for the HILDA project (35 hrs/wk, £29,000 pa, fixed term to end September 2024 - continuation contingent on funding.)

The postholder will organise and deliver the HILDA project (Housing Information Local Development Advice) – providing holistic advice and information to people facing concerns related to housing or homelessness and at risk of financial hardship. The service will be delivered via phone, email, at the bureau and through outreach clinics in the community.

Experience of advice-giving, understanding of housing issues and ways to resolve them, good communication skills, knowledge of the UK and Scottish benefit systems, and commitment to the mission and values of Citizens Advice are essential.

The post is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund Cost of Living Fund.

 

TO APPLY:

Click this link to download the application pack.

Please return your completed application form (preferably via e-mail) by 5pm on the closing date of Friday, 11th October 2024 to Julie.Podet@DalkeithCAB.org.uk. If returning by post, please follow instructions on the application form.