All St John NT volunteers have the opportunity to learn life-saving skills, attend amazing events, make lifelong friendships, and make a positive impact in their community.
In addition to Event Health Services, St John NT runs a Youth program for members aged 8 to 18. All of our volunteer divisions can also be activated for community service during emergencies and disasters.
Our volunteer program promotes self-learning and development. No matter where you live in the Northern Territory, you can build your story and make a positive impact in the community by becoming a St John NT volunteer.
When you volunteer with St John NT...
You will be given the opportunity to:
- Learn life-saving skills from experienced and knowledgeable experts in the medical field
- Make life-long friendships with likeminded people
- Be part of exciting community, cultural, sporting and music events across the Northern Territory
- Work with our professional paramedics
- Become a part of the Territory’s response to emergencies
- Have exposure to employment pathways
- Make a difference in your community
You will get:
- Nationally recognised first aid training in Provide First Aid and Advanced First Aid
- St John Ambulance Australia uniform
- Pathway to further your knowledge and skills by completing nationally accredited training
- National and international recognition for your volunteering and community contribution
- Discounts on first aid products and vehicle servicing from the St John Ambulance NT workshops located in Darwin and Alice Springs.
Becoming a volunteer
No matter where you live, or what you’ve learned along the way, you can make an incredible difference in your community by becoming a St John NT volunteer and learn life-saving skills.
St John NT have three levels of membership – Adult, Youth and Junior. Volunteer induction sessions are run once a month, for approximately two hours. As these are delivered online, they can be attended from any location.
Adults – 18+
Volunteers aged 18 years and older provide quality first aid services to the Northern Territory’s wide range of events, shows, and festivals. Volunteers are provided with accredited first aid training and have opportunities to gain additional accredited certificates including a Certificate II in Medical Service First Response and Certificate III in Basic Health Care.
Youth – 11 to 17 years old
Youths are invited to assist adult volunteers in first aid services at events across the Territory. Youths are also offered accredited first aid training and are able to build their skills by working alongside seasoned volunteers. St John NT provides unique opportunities for Youth members to practice their skills, such as the annual Youth Competitions and National Youth Competitions.
Juniors – 8 to 10 years old
Junior members are provided an introduction to first aid and are able to attend events while accompanying an adult member. Junior members are able to learn about first aid and experience the excitement of what First Aid Volunteers do.