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The Men’s Group will be a new social group for autistic men or men with a learning disability. This will be a safe space in which to talk, take part in meaningful activities and learn life skills. This would be a weekly opportunity to help with this group, taking part in activities that the men are interested in, and possibly working alongside outside organisations to come and give talks.
Experience required
Skills: Good communication and listening skills are essential. An interest in supporting autistic men and men with a learning disability to become more independent.
Attitudes: Empathy with people who have disability. Patience, kindness and tolerance. An understanding that the social sessions and social outings have on men with additional considerations.
Experience of working with disabled adults and young people would be helpful.
Travel details
The group will alternate between Hillhead Community Centre and the Allander Resource Centre in Milngavie.
Travel expenses
More details can be found in the volunteer policy and handbook. Details of how expenses are claimed will be explained at induction, but public transport, mileage at 0.45p whilst volunteering and any refreshment costs to the value of £3.50.
Support
Training details
The volunteer will have the opportunity to attend the group as an observer before officially starting in their position. They will be shown what is involved in preparation for the group as well as how the group is facilitated each month, and debriefing afterwards to answer any questions. They will also be able to have ongoing communication with the group facilitator should any issues or questions arise throughout their involvement with the group. They will also have regular check-ins with the Team Leader. They will also be offered free Autism Awareness training, Disability Awareness, and Adult Protection (not exhaustive list).
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
Males only please as this is a Men’s group.
Availability
Mon
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Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity Men’s Group Volunteer with East Dunbartonshire Health & Social Care Partnership
Your details and message will be sent to:
Ashleigh Grant-Ng, East Dunbartonshire Health & Social Care Partnership
Ashleigh Grant-Ng, East Dunbartonshire Health & Social Care Partnership
Email address: ashleigh.grant-ng@eastdunbarton.gov.uk
Phone number: 0141 578 2142
A copy will be sent to the organisation that supports volunteering in East Dunbartonshire:
Contact name: Pauline Bowers
Email address: volunteer@edva.org
Thank you for registering your interest in Men’s Group Volunteer with East Dunbartonshire Health & Social Care Partnership.
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