Volunteer Youth Support Assistant - ND clients

Position: Volunteer Youth Support Assistant - ND clients - All over

Volunteer Youth Support Assistant - ND clients - All over Kent

Organisation

Involve Kent

Short Description

Supporting our Connect! service for young people aged 9-18 with Autistic Spectrum Conditions. Activities range from a social board games & Lego group to kayaking, archery and bushcraft.

Detailed Description

Involve’s Connect! service is funded by Kent County Council’s Short Breaks scheme. The purpose is for young people aged 9-18 with Autistic Spectrum Conditions to have a space to meet and build friendships with other young people in an autism friendly environment. The aims are for the young people to build their confidence, independence, and life skills in a safe space.

As a volunteer, you would provide valuable support to the young people at activities which have previously included pizza making, arts and crafts, kayaking, archery and bushcraft as well as a regular group that meets and plays board games and Lego. It would not be necessary to join every activity but regularly enough for the young people to build relationships and trust with you at the group.

Duties would involve supporting the Youth Programme Coordinator to get the young people settled at the beginning of the session and making drinks for parents and young people. You may also be encouraging young people who are feeling anxious to participate in activities by being a source of support to them and making them feel more comfortable. Most importantly, you will be supporting the group to stay safe and comfortable while trying new experiences.

Activities

you will be doing

• Befriending
• Buddying & Mentoring
• Community Work
• Youth Work

What skills are required for this role

• Teamwork
• Listening
• Talking To Others
• Leadership

Why these skills are required

Good listening and communication. Previous experience of working with young people is desirable but not essential.

What is in it for you

Experience working with children and young people with additional needs. A sense of pride watching young people build their confidence and try new things. And of course, lots of fun!

Time Commitment

Ad hoc events. A monthly bulletin with upcoming events will be sent to your email and you will let us know which activities you can support with.

Postcode

N/A

Role Address

Across all Kent districts

Directions

N/A

Number of volunteers required

20

Application Process

• Application Form
• References
• Informal Discussion (may include an interview)

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