DFG Officer

A local authority in the Northwest, is seeking a dedicated professional to assist in the administration of Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG) and related grant/loan services.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting home visits to facilitate adaptations and the application process.
• Inspecting properties and advising clients on the feasibility of adaptations.
• Providing guidance on benefits, application processes, and expected timescales.
• Processing means test forms and advising customers of the outcome.
• Managing DFG applications, including liaising with applicants, obtaining land details, and securing owners/tenants/occupiers certificates as required.
• Referring cases to agents the Council collaborates with.
• Assisting applicants with obtaining quotes, addressing inquiries, and ensuring works are completed to a satisfactory standard.
• Receiving invoices and processing payments for authorisation.

Essential Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Proven experience with local authority DFG processes.
• Familiarity with the Excel, SharePoint and M3 Systems

Contract Details

• Duration: 6 months
• Rate: £30-£40 per hour (Umbrella)
• Start Date: Immediate

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic team and support residents in improving their living conditions, we’d love to hear from you!