Autism Affirming Peer Group Facilitators and Coordinators

• Youth, Young Adult, Women & Non-Binary Peer Groups at multiple Brisbane locations including Virginia, Capalaba, The Gap and North Lakes 

  At Empower Autism our vision is for autistic people to live with confidence and self-belief. Our mission is to empower them to reach their potential through providing programs and services based on access, self-actualisation, and self-advocacy. We are proud to run several peer support groups throughout South-East Queensland to support and empower autistic people and their carers and loved ones. We are currently seeking Facilitators and Coordinators for our Brisbane Groups, established and upcoming.  

At Empower Autism we have a high regard for the benefits of peer support and, as such, our Peer Support Groups are focused on creating opportunities for participants connect as their authentic selves through shared interest’s and experience, engage in ways that empower the individual's identity, and connect autism affirming spaces. Our Facilitators and Coordinators are integral to achieving this. This is a fun and engaging role that provides a variety of opportunities to share your strengths and empower others to share theirs.   The duties of this role include; 

 

• Welcome Participants 
• Set up & pack down of venue before and after groups 
• Prepare for the specific week’s activity (resources & instructions provided) 
• Work collaboratively in a team environment 
• Facilitate an autism affirming space that allows each participant to engage in their own way. 
• Model and support activities in line with Empower Autism’s code of conduct 
• Facilitate autism affirming peer to peer connection  
• Welcome new participants 
• Complete simple administration duties during group (i.e: completing attendance sheets, advising Empower Autism office of supplies that are running low) 

  This role is a fantastic opportunity for anyone that wants to be part of creating autism affirming spaces for individuals to create community and feel valued. Many of our volunteers have lived experience of autism, which is highly valued, or are students seeking a greater understanding of how to engage in autism affirming ways.   This role is ideal for you if you:  

• Are curious about socially created barriers to access,  
• Have a desire to develop group facilitation skills,  
• Have a strong desire to contribute to the autistic community  
• And/or have a desire to broaden your knowledge of autism affirming practices.  
• You must be available one evening a week from 5.30-8pm.  

  Training and support will be provided. You’ll need to have the appropriate clearances (Blue Card, NDIS Worker Screening and National Police Check), we will assist you through this process. 

Please email:

• Your name, resume, and contact details. 
• Brief details on why the role interests you.