Branches are run entirely by volunteers with advice and 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.
Do you have personal experience with autism and want to make a difference in your local community? Being a few hours a month, this role can fit around your responsibilities and you can decide when you would like to volunteer. We know our volunteers have busy lives and we do our best to fit around you.
The role is fully supported by the regional Senior Branch Engagement Officer and the other branch volunteers. You will receive full guidance and training for everything you’ll need to do.
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.
You will be asked to complete our online application form