St John Ambulance

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St John is able to offer a unique range of opportunities/experiences to its volunteers as it recognises, rewards, develops and nurtures the growth of everyone.

Access to a wide variety of roles through which to provide a service to the community
Access to a year-round training/development program tailored to suit every individual’s abilities, whether they’re a first aid beginner or an experienced healthcare professional
Access to internal training programs designed to develop leadership and specialist skills
The opportunity to be part of over 4,500 different community, cultural, sporting and music events annually
The opportunity to learn from some highly experienced and knowledgeable experts in their field who also choose to spend their time volunteering for St John
The opportunity to become a part of the State’s response to emergencies including floods and bushfires

This is why so many of our volunteers stay with us for decades!

In return for our volunteer’s time, dedication and commitment, we provide them with:

Training and Development
- A structured induction and training program that ensures that members feel supported, safe and secure when volunteering with St John
- Access to nationally recognised First Aid qualifications and annual re-accreditation programs to help you maintain your skills
- Access to specialist leadership and developmental programs that extend personal and professional qualifications and competencies
- The opportunity to take on specialist roles within the organisation
- The ability to register for GoodSAM and respond to cardiac arrests whilst off duty through Triple Zero (000) despatchers
Empowerment
- Our Safe Place – we are committed to providing a Safe Place for our community. Our Safe Place Declaration:
- Make the decision you think is right
- Start something that needs to be started
- Ask for help whenever you need it
- Do something that inspires other
- Simplify the complex
- Thank and acknowledge others efforts
Support and Supervision
- Placement within a Division that will assist volunteers in their role and facilitate their ongoing development
- Support at major events from experienced and qualified members
- Protection under St John insurance policies whilst volunteering for St John (some Healthcare Professionals may also need to hold personal medical indemnity insurance)
- Access to a 24-hour Peer Support Program
- Pastoral Care
Benefits
- Access to discounted First Aid Kits
- Access to a Memberlink membership after 6-months of efficient service for a range of discounts
- Annual Volunteer Awards – National recognition which acknowledge our volunteers dedication in first aid delivery and training