Leeds Autism AIM - Mental Health Access Facilitator (two positions available)

Role Overview: We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Mental Health Access Facilitator to join our Autism AIM service. This role involves providing one-to-one peer support sessions to ensure autistic adults have equal access to mental health and other necessary services. The successful candidate will advocate for clients in healthcare meetings, manage a small caseload, and create resources to enable clients to self-advocate. Additionally, the facilitator will conduct environmental audits in mental health settings and co-deliver training sessions to mental health professionals.,

• Deliver 1-2-1 peer support sessions in person, via telephone, and using remote technology.


• Ensure autistic adults receive equal access to mental health services and wider services where appropriate.


• Support clients in identifying and completing personalised self-advocacy resources.


• Advocate for clients during assessments and 'helpful conversations' with mental health services.


• Manage a small caseload from referral to signposting or triage into appropriate services.


• Maintain high standards of case notes and session documentation.


• Co-deliver mental health and autism awareness workshops/training to third sector organisations.


• Stay informed about mental health services and networks in Leeds.


• Assist in conducting audits of physical spaces to recommend accessibility improvements.

General Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the AIM Team and participate in team meetings.


• Refer unresolved issues to appropriate team members.


• Learn from and engage with other autistic adults using the service.


• Contribute to reports demonstrating the impact of 1-2-1 sessions.


• Adhere to health and safety, safeguarding, and data protection policies.


• Participate in performance reviews and undertake mandatory training.
  
  Essential:


• Have an autism diagnosis.


• Experience advocating for yourself or others.


• Proven experience in delivering 1-2-1 peer support sessions.


• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office.


• Strong organisational and planning skills.


• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Desirable:

• Experience working directly with autistic adults.


• Experience providing advocacy or related support.


• Knowledge of mental health care services and third sector organisations.


Values:

• Independence and Empowerment: Support and challenge ourselves and others, ensuring resources are accessible to all.


• Integrity: Be open, honest, and accountable.


• Equality and Diversity: Promote inclusivity and ensure everyone has an equal voice.


You do not need previous experience in a similar role as we will be looking for a candidate who can demonstrate their skills through completing tasks in a two-stage interview process., We are a Disability Confident Employer and particularly welcome applicants from those who have a lived experience of autism and have other disabilities or come from diverse communities.

About Us: Leeds Autism AIM is part of the Advonet Group, a growing organisation dedicated to empowering marginalised individuals to raise their voices and have their rights respected. Our Autism AIM services are co-led by autistic adults, with a significant portion of our staff having an autism diagnosis. We pride ourselves on being innovative, progressive, and pioneering in our approach.