About Aspire - Autism Spectrum Association of Ireland
Our mission is to provide supports to people on the spectrum that will help them to fulfil their goals, to provide information to them and their families, and to promote an understanding in the community.
What we do:
- At Aspire we operate a family inclusive model and aim to support and assist both the autistic individual and their support network. We advocate on behalf of autistic people and provide them with the tools to advocate for themselves.
- We manage a Residential Service, where we assist individuals in gaining independent living skills. We apply a person centred model and support community engagement.
- We operate a Social Enterprise, called Aspire Productions. This is a media production company that provides paid employment, opportunities, support, training and engagement for adults with ASD / AD.
- We run a number of social meet up groups and support programmes for both adults and youths.
- We provide training and support to schools, colleges, workplaces and community services.
- We provide resources, easy read guides and information to assist the autistic person and their family.
Find out more about our work on our website:
www.aspireireland.ie.
What's Involved
- Facilitating support group meetings each month
- Arriving 15 minutes prior to support group commencing
- Meet and greet new attendees on arrival
- Display and offer Aspire and TENI leaflets and information
- Begin and close support meetings punctually
- A commitment of 9 months is required for this position
- Maintaining attendance records and updating both charities of any issues arising within the group
- Taking part in facilitator training with Aspire and TENI
What's required for this position
- Experience of working with people (nursing/ psychology/ social care/ social work background)
- An understanding of issues in the transgender community
- Experience of working with people with Asperger Syndrome
- A good standard of English
- Empathy and great communication skills
- Reliable, a 9 month commitment is required for this position
- Facilitation skills and previous experience of group facilitation
- Education/ Training
- Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Intermediate English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 6 months
Hours required: 3hrs Monthly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Generator Hostel, Smithfield, Dublin 7.
Screening details for this role:
- Garda Vetting
- Informal Interviews
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Initial induction and training
- Insurance cover
- Ongoing training opportunities
Volunteers with the following challenges will be supported in this role
- Physical Disability
- Mental Health Difficulties
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
No
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to gain new skills and experience with group facilitation and to help those in the Asperger and Transgender communities.
Getting there
Luas to Smithfield, 1 minute walk.