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Parent Support Group Volunteer (South Lanarkshire Branch)

  • VO99672

Description

support from the national charity.

Support groups are essential for parents and families seeking support. They provide an opportunity for families to meet others who are also living with a family member who has autism, they provide a safe environment for people with autism and their families to attend and meet and they offer an opportunity for families and individuals to share their own experience and listen to others.

What you will be doing
Ensuring members are informed when there are support groups meetings coming up (via official branch NAS e-mail, social media or text, for example).
Advertising the support group (posters, leaflets, etc.)
Attending the weekly support group sessions.
Sharing information (full training will be given).
Signposting to other support, professionals, organisations etc.
Welcoming new members.
Liaising with other volunteers to ensure there is a volunteer present for the duration of the meeting.
Accompanying group members in local outings.

When and where

Monthly Online group sessions (last Tuesday evening of each month)

Organisation aims and objectives

The National Autistic Society exists to champion the rights and interests of all people with autism and to ensure that they and their families receive quality services appropriate to their needs.

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Frequency and commitment details

Monthly Online group sessions (last Tuesday evening of each month)

Restrictions

Experience required: Knowledge and experience of the autism spectrum is an advantage but not essential as we can provide training. Patience and understanding of the needs of others. Good organisational skills. The ability to see the world from a different perspective Approachable. Confident in taking the lead at introducing themselves and speaking to new people attending the group. An ability to make new people feel welcome.
Minimum age: 18

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Agreed expenses reimbursed
Training details: Access to our elearning modules including autism awareness and safeguarding

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