Parent Support Group Volunteer (South Wiltshire branch)

National Autistic Society

Salisbury, Wiltshire (Hybrid)

Unpaid role, expenses paid

Voluntary

Charity Support ∙ Disability ∙ Mental Health

Actively Interviewing

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Job description

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.