Event Health Officer Volunteer WA

Is this you?

Are you interested in clinical volunteer work?
Are you over the age of 18 and able to work in a professional workplace?
Are you friendly with a strong desire to help others?
Do you enjoy working in a team?
Are you physically able to perform CPR?

Taking the step to volunteer with our Event Health Services team opens up an array of opportunities for different experiences and interaction with St John and your community. As a volunteer with us, you will attend a wide variety of community events and perform an essential role in safeguarding the health of the public.

As a volunteer, you are given the training, support and confidence to feel ready in your role to help the local community.

What your role involves

Ensure first aid skills are maintained by completing the required annual continuing education programme
Respect and value the diversity of the workforce
Represent St John Ambulance as a professional and positive organization at all times
Work effectively with other team members and other service personnel at all times
Provide professional and appropriate first aid care as required in accordance with St John policies and guidelines
Maintain the safety and well-being of self and others within the workplace
Assist in any other area as requested by your Divisional or operational manager

The Application Process

Step 1 - Complete the workstyle questionnaire. Please note shortlisting takes place on a monthly basis.
Step 2 - You will be invited to complete an interview.
Step 3 - Complete the Volunteer Information Portal (VIP) application form with the required documents
Step 4 - The application process is completed

If your application is successful you will be offered a volunteer position with Event Health Services and will be contacted for next steps.

Skills and Qualifications

Positive attitude
Great communication and presentation skills
Initiative and enthusiasm
Ability to work in a team

Skills you will develop

Being an Event Health Officer will develop your communication and clinical first aid skills, as well as build your confidence by allowing you to engage with a wide variety of people by bringing lifesaving skills to the community. Being part of a large volunteer team will help you connect with other likeminded volunteers in the Perth area. You will also form part of the St John Ambulance Event Health Services team at thousands of public events annually, making a difference to people’s lives.

This program engages people of all ages and our volunteers derive a great deal of satisfaction from the sharing of knowledge and bringing lifesaving skills to the people of Perth.

Training available

St John Event Ambulance Officer training and Level 2 (Event Ambulance Officer) St John Ambulance qualifications
Command training
Communication Training
Response/Retrieval Training
Client Liaison Training
Area Co-ordinator Training

Volunteering locations

Divisions located North and South of the river in metropolitan Perth.

Additional information

Benefits to you

Free ambulance cover for yourself, spouse and dependents, as specified by St John Ambulance WA
Free uniform
Free training in all skills and clinical training relating to your volunteer role
Annual St John Conference and dinner dance in Perth, to which all volunteers are invited, with cost heavily subsidised.
National and international recognition for your volunteering and community contribution
Access to all Volunteer Member Benefits including corporate discounts and other ad hoc offers and specials.

Required documentation

To become a volunteer with St John Ambulance Western Australia, you will be asked to complete an online application, including a medical questionnaire and the following:

National Police Clearance (Valid within the past 6 months)
Current Photo ID (Driver’s Licence, Passport or WA Photo/Proof of Age Card)

Ongoing training

All our volunteers are provided with the necessary training to enable them to carry out their role. To continue to operate in your role, you must maintain the competencies required and an appropriate level of fitness as roles are physically demanding.

Confidentiality

All information concerning our volunteers is treated as strictly confidential at all times.

Expenses

Your volunteering for St John Ambulance should not cost you anything. We will reimburse all legitimate out of pocket expenses incurred during your time volunteering with us. You should talk to your supervisor to confirm what expenses you can claim.

Award & recognition

St John Ambulance has a long history of recognising the outstanding contributions volunteers make to the organisation. We seek to recognise all volunteers and there are a number of distinguished national awards that you can be eligible for including our internal reward and recognition program.

Workplace Behaviour Policy

Volunteers at St John are expected to abide by the work place behaviour policy and relevant procedures. The policy and procedures are available for view on the intranet.

Safety Injury & Support Services

Volunteers will be informed of the Occupational Safety and Health requirements applicable to volunteers. Safety Injury and Support Services provide extensive information about their services and policies on the intranet.

Wellbeing & Support Services

St John places a very high value on the health and wellbeing of their volunteers and provides an extensive support network through its confidential Wellbeing and Support program, accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.