Event Health Services (EHS) - Toowoomba

SEEK Volunteer; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Toowoomba is seeking volunteers to provide first aid services at various community events. Responsibilities include attending festivals, expos, sporting events, and offering medical support to ensure the safety of participants. Applicants must hold a current First Aid and CPR certificate, undergo a National Police Check, and be over 18 years old. This role is crucial for making community events safe and successful.

Qualifications

• Current First Aid and CPR certificate is required.
• National Police Check and Blue Card are needed (or ability to get one).
• Must be over 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid services at community events.
• Attend festivals, expos, sporting events, and exhibitions.
• Support local and regional communities in emergencies.

Job description

Our Event Health Services (EHS) team attend events,providing support and first aid services to our local and regional communities. Our team consists of doctors, registered paramedics, registered nurses, and advanced responders who are able to help with any incidents that may occur.

Our EHS program relies on volunteers from the health and medical sectors who are passionate about providing safe spaces at community events. Events can include:

• Festivals
• Expos
• Sporting Events
• Exhibitions
• Country Shows

Required for this role: Current First Aid and CPR certificate, National Police Check and Blue Card (or ability to get one)

All volunteers must be over 18.

CommitmentsSt John Ambulance Queensland is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children who participate in St John activities, programs, events or services. St John has zero tolerance for child abuse and neglect. We take all allegations and concerns about abuse very seriously. St John will always strive to ensure that children do not experience abuse, neglect, harm or exploitation during their involvement with us.

St John Ambulance Queensland values diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace that is welcoming, respectful and inclusive. We encourage applications from First Nations people, people living with disability, gender and sexually diverse people, and people who have come to Australia as migrants and refugees.

Vaccinations for the following:Hepatitis BWhooping CoughMumpsRubellaChicken PoxMeasles