SUPPORT GROUPS PEER EVENT HOST

Autism-Society-of-North-Carolina-4; North Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with eligibility criteria

Mileage reimbursement

Training and Growth opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The Autism Society of North Carolina is seeking a part-time Support Group Specialist – Peer Event Host to provide peer support to autistic volunteers coordinating Meet-Ups across North Carolina. You will partner with Meet-Up Hosts and Support Group Leaders to create welcoming, meaningful opportunities for connection and community.

This role requires strong communication, travel, and organizational skills; flexible evenings/weekends; a valid driver’s license; and a willingness to guide hosts on

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel across North Carolina.
• Experience supporting, mentoring, or facilitating autism, I/DD, or peer support groups preferred.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and collaboration skills.
• Flexibility to work on occasional evenings or weekends to support community events.

Responsibilities

• Partner with autistic volunteer Meet-Up Hosts and Support Group Leaders to create welcoming, meaningful opportunities for connection.
• Coordinate planning, logistics, on-site support, follow-up, and reconciliation to ensure smooth, successful events.
• Build trusted relationships with hosts, leaders, volunteers, ASNC staff, and community partners across the assigned region.
• Coach hosts and leaders on ASNC expectations, best practices, annual goals, and strategies that help groups thrive.
• Connect group efforts with local needs, ASNC resources, and broader community supports.
• Support sustainable, volunteer-led events by developing practical tools, systems, and problem-solving strategies.
• Contribute to ASNC outreach, fundraising, reporting, special projects, and professional development as needed.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Make a Difference Every Day: Join Us as a Support Group Peer Event Host!The Autism Society of North Carolina is currently hiring for a part-time Support Group Specialist – Peer Event Host, who will provide peer support to autistic volunteers in coordination with the Support Groups department. The primary objective is to support autistic adults who volunteer to host Meet-Ups throughout the state.What You’ll Do:Partner with autistic volunteer Meet-Up Hosts and Support Group Leaders to create welcoming, meaningful opportunities for connection.Coordinate planning, logistics, on-site support, follow-up, and reconciliation to ensure smooth, successful events.Build trusted relationships with hosts, leaders, volunteers, ASNC staff, and community partners across the assigned region.Coach hosts and leaders on ASNC expectations, best practices, annual goals, and strategies that help groups thrive.Connect group efforts with local needs, ASNC resources, and broader community supports.Support sustainable, volunteer-led events by developing practical tools, systems, and problem-solving strategies.Contribute to ASNC outreach, fundraising, reporting, special projects, and professional development as needed.What We’re Looking For:Valid driver’s license, ability to travel across North Carolina to support in-person meetings.Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and related experience preferred but not required.Experience supporting, mentoring, or facilitating autism, I/DD, or peer support groups preferred.Strong communication, relationship-building, and collaboration skills.Flexibility to work on occasional evenings or weekends to support community events.Not sure you meet every qualification? We encourage you to apply so we can learn more about the experience and expertise you bring.Why You’ll Love Working Here:401(k) with eligibility criteriaEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Mileage reimbursementTraining and Growth opportunitiesOpportunity to have a positive impact on the lives of those you work withSupportive culture that values work-life balanceOur Culture:We’re more than a workplace—we’re a community. Team members describe our environment as warm, inclusive, and empowering. Supervisors are here to help you grow, and your contributions truly matter.