London Autism Group Charity Befriending Scheme

Please note: This opportunity is only open to people living in London. We will only accept applications with a London postcode

About Us:

London Autism Group Charity is a not-for-profit organisation devoted to serving the Autistic Community of London and surrounding Counties in the UK. Led by Autistic individuals and compassionate allies, we draw on lived experience to provide support at every stage of an Autistic person's life. Offering both Mental Health and Material Support to Autistic individuals and Carers, our profound commitment is to make a positive impact in the autistic community. We are currently looking for committed Volunteers to join our team and contribute to achieving our goals.

Position Description:

We are actively seeking committed Volunteers for our Befriending services. This service aims to provide friendship for autistic people (16+) living in the London area. To do this we match one of our volunteers with the person accessing this service to enable them to have contact with someone via messaging or in person. This has been a popular service since lockdown. Please note that all applicants must be UK-based. London Autism Group Charity is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds. This is a volunteer position, and we deeply appreciate your support in advancing our mission.

Qualifications:

Friendly and approachable with excellent interpersonal skills.

A passion for community engagement and creating a positive social atmosphere.

Reliable and punctual, with the ability to commit to agreed-upon meetings.

Lived autistic experience

Benefits:

Befriending aims to combat loneliness and to improve mental health.

For volunteers, having this kind of positive impact can be a very rewarding experience.

Build connections within the community.

Contribute to creating positive change for the Autistic Community.