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Respite Care Lead Facilitator
Seeking BCBA or Special Education Teacher to Support Our Respite Care Program Hosted by Mothers and Autism Meetup
We are currently seeking a dedicated Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Special Education Teacher with experience supporting children with special needs to help oversee our Respite Care Program and volunteers.
Location:
The Life Church RVA South
5515 Bryce Lane, Richmond, VA 23224
2025 Program Dates:
- Saturday, June 21
- Saturday, September 20
- Saturday, December 13
Time Commitment:
12:45 PM – 4:15 PM (3.5 hours per session)
Program Overview
Our Respite Care Program serves families with children on the autism spectrum by offering safe, structured, and engaging care. We host an average of 8–10 children per session, supported by 5–10 volunteers.
We are looking for a professional to:
✅Provide on-site oversight and guidance to volunteers
✅Ensure safety and structure are maintained throughout the program
✅Support volunteers in addressing behaviors and individual needs
✅Assist with setup and brief end-of-day reporting
Stipend ProvidedA stipend 125.00 will be offered for your time and service.
✅ BCBA, Special Education Teacher, or similar background
✅ Experience working with children with autism or other developmental disabilities
✅ Comfortable leading and coaching small teams of volunteers
✅ Passionate about providing respite for caregivers
Volunteer Session Leaders
Lead. Inspire. Support.
Location: Virtual
Mothers And Autism Meetup is looking for Volunteer Session Leaders to facilitate our monthly caregiver support sessions. If you have a heart for helping parents and caregivers navigate the autism journey, this is a great opportunity to make a difference! As a Session Leader, you will:
✅ Lead group discussions using provided materials
✅ Offer encouragement and guidance to caregivers
✅ Help create a judgment-free, supportive environment
Whether you’re a parent, professional, or advocate, your voice can uplift others. No formal experience is required—just a willingness to listen and support!
Volunteer Event Coordinator
Help Create Unforgettable Events!
Do you love organizing events and bringing people together for a great cause? Mothers And Autism Meetup is looking for a Volunteer Event Coordinator to help plan and execute our community events. This role includes:
✅ Helping coordinate event logistics from start to finish
✅ Recruiting and managing event volunteers
✅ Ensuring all event needs (venue, supplies, schedules) are met
If you’re detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about making a difference, we’d love to have you on our team!