How do I become a volunteer paramedic in WA?

To become a volunteer with St John Ambulance Western Australia, you will be asked to complete an on-line application, including a medical questionnaire and submit a National Police check. All our volunteers are provided with the necessary training to enable them to carry out their role.

How old do you have to be to volunteer with St John?

18 years and over
However, applicants must be 18 years and over to be considered. So, if you want to make a difference in your community, and this role sounds like you please click the “APPLY NOW!” button below.

How do I become an ambulance volunteer?

To become a volunteer EMT in any state, you must first complete a formal EMT training program and be licensed. Volunteer EMT training programs can be intensive courses lasting a few weeks or regular semester-long college courses, taking three months or more.

Are St Johns paramedics?

In addition to providing volunteer first aiders for events, where necessary St John Ambulance can provide paramedics, doctors, nurses and cycle responders, as well as mobile treatment centres, ambulances and other medical provision.

What do St John Cadets do?

We provide fun, safe and supportive opportunities for young people to develop their skills, engage in the provision of community first aid services, and earn proficiency badges and awards. Our Junior (8 – 11 years) and Cadet (11 – 17 years) volunteers are part of a National Youth Organisation.

How do I join St Johns Ambulance?

Our recruitment process

1. Send an application. Once you’ve decided on a volunteer role, you can apply for it online by finding a vacancy near you.
2. Meet with us. You’ll be invited to have a conversation about volunteering at a selection event or in an interview, if your application is successful.
3. Induction and training.

What does St Johns Ambulance do?

St John Ambulance (SJA) is the nation’s leading first aid charity. SJA volunteers provide first aid in their communities, keeping people safe at events, and working alongside the NHS in response to 999 calls. SJA are always campaigning to raise awareness of first aid and directly educate the public.

When did St John youth start in NZ?

2 May 1927
The youth programme began 2 May 1927 in New Zealand and we are still going strong today! A message from Sarah Manley the Director of Community Health Services for St John New Zealand.

How many volunteers does St John Ambulance have?

500,000 volunteers
St John Ambulance now have over 40 national organisations, many of which are affiliated with Johanniter International, and over 500,000 volunteers worldwide.

Is St John Ambulance free?

If you’re attended by an ambulance officer and/or transported in an ambulance because of a medical emergency. You’ll need to pay this charge even if someone else calls the ambulance for you. If you are a St John Supporter Scheme subscriber there is no charge.

Are there any volunteer ambulance officers in Perth?

In addition, there are more than 30 sub centres with a mix of Volunteer Ambulance Officers and Career and Community Paramedics working side-by-side. Annual St John Conference and dinner dance in Perth, to which all volunteers are invited, with cost heavily subsidised.

How many hours does St John Ambulance volunteer each year?

St John Ambulance Australia is the premier provider of event health services at public events and emergencies. Each year our 10,000 Event Health Services volunteers, in their familiar black and white uniforms, care for around 80,000 sick and injured people and provide over 1.2 million hours of service to their communities.

What does St John Ambulance do in Australia?

Providing first aid and health services at public events and during emergencies. St John Ambulance Australia is the premier provider of event health services at public events and emergencies.

How many St John volunteers are there in Australia?

Not all St John volunteers are on duty at public events wearing the familiar black and white uniform. Dedicated and highly trained Community Care volunteers help a wide range of vulnerable people in many different, less visible ways, throughout Australia. Today there are over 2,400 Community Care volunteers around the country.