Volunteer with St John - St John Ambulance Australia (VIC) INC

Volunteers have been the lifeblood of St John Ambulance Victoria since 1883. For well over one hundred years our volunteers have been saving lives and delivering care and compassion to those in sickness, suffering and distress throughout Victoria.

We are currently recruiting - attend an information session

If we aren't currently running a local information session in your area, apply here to register your interest in volunteering and we will reach out when an opportunity is available.

Upcoming Information Sessions Register Your Interest in Volunteering

Our volunteers come from all walks of life - we are a reflection of the communities that we serve.

We currently have more than 2,200 volunteers who on average treat more than 27,000 patients each year in situations ranging from acute emergency situations through to minor sprains and grazes.

We are always looking for enthusiastic, willing and capable people to become part of our rich history of saving lives through First Aid. If you have the time and energy to volunteer we would certainly like to hear from you.

Interested in Volunteering with St John? View our FAQs

Volunteering FAQs

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Click the links below to find out more about the different types of volunteering opportunities with St John.

First Aid Services

Join our team of dedicated volunteers who provide first aid services at events

St John first aid at events volunteers tending to a patient

Healthcare Professionals

Gain invaluable clinical experience volunteering at a diverse range of local and major events, utilising your skills across a wide range of patient presentations

Community Transport

Help people to maintain their independence by providing a safe and reliable door to door transport service

Adult Leaders - Youth Program

Take the next step on your leadership journey. As a Adult Leader, you will attend your local divisions training nights and assist with supervision, member engagement and running of the youth program.

St John Youth

St John Youth is all about having fun, meeting new people, learning invaluable First Aid skills and embracing service through adventure!

st john first aid at events volunteer in call centre

Communications Officers

Volunteer to help our event first aid teams provide best practice services and have the fastest and most appropriate response times to patients needing care.

St John Youth

Young people aged 12-17 years can develop First Aid and leadership skills in our youth program, and adults can make a real difference to young people’s lives by volunteering as a leader.

YOUTH MEMBERS

St John Youth Victoria engages young people between the ages of 12-17 years in a First Aid oriented youth program. Youth members participate in regular training sessions, usually on a weekly basis, for up to 2 hours.

First Aid and other relevant skills are developed through age-appropriate activities and training designed and delivered with young people in mind. Service to the community is a fundamental part of St John Youth and youth members are encouraged to attend public events with experienced adult members, including qualified health professionals, to provide First Aid and assistance to the community.

Learn more here.

ADULT LEADERS

Adult leaders are St John volunteers with a passion for educating young people. They assist in the delivery and management of the program and the development of our young members. The roles range from assisting with weekly training sessions and supervising activities through to the management of a youth division.

Become an Adult leader here.