Adult Autism Group Volunteer

Adult Autism Group Volunteer

Organisation role · 2–4 hrs/Week
Flexible location
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Contact person

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Summary

Support the delivery of social peer support groups for autistic adults.

Detailed description

Core tasks

  • To support staff in the delivery of the peer support groups
  • To offer social support to service users
  • To assist with refreshments

Personal specification

  • The volunteer needs to have, warmth, sensitivity, understanding, patience and a sense of humour, with a mature flexible outlook and enough time to volunteer regularly
  • Be able to give at least six months’ commitment
  • No specific experience is necessary as training will be given
  • Must be aged over 18

Support offered

  • Induction training is provided before volunteers take up their roles
  • Ongoing training is provided by the coordinator
  • Support/supervision sessions provided
  • Reimbursement of expenses
  • Public liability insurance cover

Any other information

  • Volunteers are required to complete an application form
  • Provide details of two referees (who are not related and have known the applicant for a minimum of two years)
  • Complete a DBS check
  • Attend any training required
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