Volunteering as an Ambulance and Events officer is a big commitment that provides huge rewards. By working on community events and on an ambulance your role is varied, but the focus is always on providing quality care to patients.

Our Ambulance volunteers provide care and support to our patients through their journey which may start at a 111 call and end either being referred to another health care provider, treated on scene, or transported to a medical facility. As an Events volunteer you could be covering anything from local and international sports events, to school fairs or a rock concert.

You will have a desire to help people in a compassionate and professional way, embracing the diversity our communities offer, be committed to continuous learning and training, and display Hato Hone St John's core values. Without question, you will be trustworthy and reliable, able to display excellent communication skills (written and oral), have great time management and be computer literate.

What do you need to be a volunteer?

• A full and clean NZ driver's licence for at least 12 months or have completed an approved NZTA advanced driving course (if full licence held for less than 12 months)
• 18 years of age or over
• New Zealand citizenship or permanent resident status
• Clean Police record
• Pass the Hato Hone St John assessment requirements (physical, interview, literacy/numeracy test) and health questionnaire

What benefits do you get as a Hato Hone St John volunteer?

• NZQA recognised training from the leading provider of pre-hospital emergency care in the country
• Become a First Responder and able to apply to progress toward gaining the National Diploma in Ambulance
• Opportunity to work in a strong team environment alongside other skilled professionals within your community
• Gain leadership and communication skills through dealing with a broad range of people in diverse situations