Mentoring for Autistic Adults Programme Volunteer Mentor (Glasgow and Surrounding Areas)

• National Autistic Society

• VO99811

Why we want you
Our mentoring service aims to provide 1-to-1 mentoring to autistic adults aged 25 and over who live in the Glasgow City Council area. Mentors will assist mentees to work towards a goal over an agreed time frame. Our mentee's goals will be person - centred and may relate to social / leisure activities, or employment etc. Mentoring is a fantastic way to improve confidence and develop skills.

What you will be doing
Taking part in autism understanding training to prepare you for the role
Setting and review goals and objectives with mentee and Programme Co-ordinator
Attending regular meetings where you will receive advice and support from the Programme Co-ordinator
Arrange your own weekly meetings with mentee
Maintaining the boundaries of mentoring – this will be outlined in your mentoring agreement and during your induction to the role.
Volunteering within organisational boundaries (i.e., confidentiality, vulnerable adult protection).
Completing all necessary paperwork (i.e., weekly meeting record forms and expense form.

When and where

This role will be flexible and volunteering hours will depend on your availability and that of the individual you are mentoring.
On average we would like you to commit 2 hours per week.
Mentoring sessions will take place in person in Glasgow area.
Training and social activities will be delivered face-to-face and online.
Virtual activities take place on Microsoft Teams; therefore, you will need access to a computer/tablet, a good internet connection and a quiet space away from other people

Experience required

You do not need to have prior knowledge of autism as training will be provided.
Life experience/skills to share
Reliable, consistent, dependable and trustworthy
Motivated, organised and encouraging
Empathy and understanding
Open-minded and willing to learn
Good communication and Interpersonal skills
Good level of self-awareness and own needs
An ability to volunteer alone using initiative & common sense

Travel expenses

Agreed expenses reimbursed

• About
• Notes

Support

Training details

You will receive online autism training.
You will receive project specific information about what you will be doing.
Regular meetings with the Programme Co-ordinator to discuss progress and your volunteer role.
All agreed expenses will be reimbursed.
We have regular team activities where you will have to opportunity to meet other volunteers doing this role.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Frequency & commitment

his role will be flexible and volunteering hours will depend on your availability and that of the individual you are mentoring. On average we would like you to commit 2 hours per week. Mentoring sessions will take place in person in Glasgow City Centre. Training and social activities will be delivered face-to-face and online. Virtual activities take place on Microsoft Teams; therefore, you will need access to a computer/tablet, a good internet connection and a quiet space away from other people

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more

This volunteering opportunity is also advertised across Glasgow.

With a My Volunteer Account you can write private notes on opportunities you are interested in. Sign in or sign up for a My Volunteer Account.