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Adult Autism Group Facilitator
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 25 Hydref 2024 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 17 Tachwedd 2024 |
| Lleoliad: | Buxton, Derbyshire |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | The Zink Project CIO |
| Math o swydd: | Dros dro |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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Job Title: Autistic Adult Support Group Coordinator
Reports to: CEO or Wellbeing Coordinator
Salary/Grade: £2,639 (£27,898 FTE)
Contract: Fixed Term initially
Duration: One year
Hours: 3.5 hours per week
Service hours: Thursday 4.45-7.15pm plus one hour before, after or flexible.
Location: New Mills 1st and 3rd Thursday; Buxton 2nd and 4th Thursday, variable when there is a 5th Thursday to be arranged with group.
Employed by: The Zink Project
Closing date 17th November 2024 midnight.
Background
In the High Peak, autistic adults lack support services largely due to the geography of the area and distance between villages and towns. Autistic people experience isolation because of their condition and this is intensified by geographic isolation. Some surrounding areas like Stockport have support groups for autistic people which are not available to High Peak people. This causes frustration and lack of services in the local area compounds the problem.
Solution
Based on research and meetings with stakeholders, Zink and New Mills Volunteer Centre will set up a weekly meet up for autistic adults in the High Peak. This will take place at two locations:
• First and third Thursday of the month at New Mills Volunteer Centre.
• Second and Fourth Thursday of the month at Zink HQ in Buxton.
• In months with a fifth Thursday, the group will organise a trip out to a place of their choice.
Timetable
There will be a regular timetable for each meet up (timings will vary but will usually be something like below):
5-5.30pm: welcome, drinks and chat; time to wind down and relax.
5.30 – 6.30pm: Activity. This may include crafts, trip out planning, information sharing, guest speaker and questions, games, film, social skills and techniques etc. The group will decide what they want to do.
6.30 – 7pm: Networking and discussion.
The coordinator will have one hour a week on average to prepare for sessions and publicise the group. We hope to recruit volunteers to support the group, these might come from within the group itself.
Purpose of the Coordinator Role
The post holder will
• Coordinate weekly meet ups,
• Agree with members what activities/outings they want to undertake,
• Ensure the arrangements for the activities and outings are undertaken (either by doing them or supporting members to do them),
• Open and close premises securely and ensure they are suitable for the group,
• Promote the group e.g. on social and local media,
• Maintain member records,
• Keep in touch with members (via email usually) about the group and future plans,
• Undertake appropriate training,
• Engage, supervise and support volunteers,
• With the group, plan for its sustainability after the funding ends.
In addition, post holders will need to:
• Understand their role in Zink/New Mills Volunteer Centre and engage with the Zink team.
• Be responsible for the health and safety of themselves and others in relation to their actions and activities at work.
Person Specification
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:
Essential Criteria
An understanding of the social and practical challenges autistic adults might have.
Ability to employ a high level of Emotional Intelligence (e.g. Respect, Empathy & Compassion), when responding to the diverse needs of people.
Experience of supporting autistic adults (in work, volunteering or at home),
Possess a passionate and positive outlook, with the ability to empower, inspire, and enthuse members.
Possess excellent organisational and time management skills.
ICT literate.
Able to comply with Zink’s policies including safeguarding, GDPR etc.
Desirable:
It would be useful if you had lived experience of autism. This could be yourself or a relative or close friend or in a previous job role. Please tell us about this on the application form,
If you’d like to discuss the job please ring Paul: 01298 214926
To Apply:
Send a CV and a letter stating how you meet each item on the person specification to: paul@zink.org.uk
If you need help putting a CV together, please contact jane@zink.org.uk (accessing this help will not impact on the application or interview process).
Closing date midnight 17th November. Interviews 20th November in the afternoon
Reports to: CEO or Wellbeing Coordinator
Salary/Grade: £2,639 (£27,898 FTE)
Contract: Fixed Term initially
Duration: One year
Hours: 3.5 hours per week
Service hours: Thursday 4.45-7.15pm plus one hour before, after or flexible.
Location: New Mills 1st and 3rd Thursday; Buxton 2nd and 4th Thursday, variable when there is a 5th Thursday to be arranged with group.
Employed by: The Zink Project
Closing date 17th November 2024 midnight.
Background
In the High Peak, autistic adults lack support services largely due to the geography of the area and distance between villages and towns. Autistic people experience isolation because of their condition and this is intensified by geographic isolation. Some surrounding areas like Stockport have support groups for autistic people which are not available to High Peak people. This causes frustration and lack of services in the local area compounds the problem.
Solution
Based on research and meetings with stakeholders, Zink and New Mills Volunteer Centre will set up a weekly meet up for autistic adults in the High Peak. This will take place at two locations:
• First and third Thursday of the month at New Mills Volunteer Centre.
• Second and Fourth Thursday of the month at Zink HQ in Buxton.
• In months with a fifth Thursday, the group will organise a trip out to a place of their choice.
Timetable
There will be a regular timetable for each meet up (timings will vary but will usually be something like below):
5-5.30pm: welcome, drinks and chat; time to wind down and relax.
5.30 – 6.30pm: Activity. This may include crafts, trip out planning, information sharing, guest speaker and questions, games, film, social skills and techniques etc. The group will decide what they want to do.
6.30 – 7pm: Networking and discussion.
The coordinator will have one hour a week on average to prepare for sessions and publicise the group. We hope to recruit volunteers to support the group, these might come from within the group itself.
Purpose of the Coordinator Role
The post holder will
• Coordinate weekly meet ups,
• Agree with members what activities/outings they want to undertake,
• Ensure the arrangements for the activities and outings are undertaken (either by doing them or supporting members to do them),
• Open and close premises securely and ensure they are suitable for the group,
• Promote the group e.g. on social and local media,
• Maintain member records,
• Keep in touch with members (via email usually) about the group and future plans,
• Undertake appropriate training,
• Engage, supervise and support volunteers,
• With the group, plan for its sustainability after the funding ends.
In addition, post holders will need to:
• Understand their role in Zink/New Mills Volunteer Centre and engage with the Zink team.
• Be responsible for the health and safety of themselves and others in relation to their actions and activities at work.
Person Specification
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:
Essential Criteria
An understanding of the social and practical challenges autistic adults might have.
Ability to employ a high level of Emotional Intelligence (e.g. Respect, Empathy & Compassion), when responding to the diverse needs of people.
Experience of supporting autistic adults (in work, volunteering or at home),
Possess a passionate and positive outlook, with the ability to empower, inspire, and enthuse members.
Possess excellent organisational and time management skills.
ICT literate.
Able to comply with Zink’s policies including safeguarding, GDPR etc.
Desirable:
It would be useful if you had lived experience of autism. This could be yourself or a relative or close friend or in a previous job role. Please tell us about this on the application form,
If you’d like to discuss the job please ring Paul: 01298 214926
To Apply:
Send a CV and a letter stating how you meet each item on the person specification to: paul@zink.org.uk
If you need help putting a CV together, please contact jane@zink.org.uk (accessing this help will not impact on the application or interview process).
Closing date midnight 17th November. Interviews 20th November in the afternoon