Have you ever thought about becoming an ambulance volunteer?

Our volunteers are the face of SAAS in country South Australia. When you become a SAAS volunteer, you become a part of the SAAS family and an integral member of your local community.

There are more than 1200 volunteers in regional South Australia in over 70 volunteer teams. Ambulance volunteers provide professional emergency ambulance and patient transfer services within their country communities.

We are currently recruiting volunteers for multiple locations across regional SA.

Check out our interactive map to see if your local station is marked as Career or Volunteer, and have a read through our FAQs for more information.

 

To find out if your local volunteer team is looking for new volunteers, click here to start your application, or give us a call on 1300 175 584 or email SAASVolunteer@sa.gov.au. The Volunteer Support Unit will be happy to chat!

Volunteering can become part of your lifestyle. As a volunteer ambulance officer, you’ll attend emergency and non-emergency ambulance calls, as well as other duties as required.

Our operational volunteers are required to regularly undertake training and be on the roster. Each of our teams require different availability – once you’ve submitted your application, the team leaders in your region will give you a call to chat about your local team.

You could be our next ambulance volunteer, so find out more about the application process.

To help answer the most common questions asked about becoming a volunteer, we created this free downloadable brochure.

“It’s really rewarding to give back to the community. Volunteering has built my confidence as a person and opened up many learning pathways. I have learnt skills and seen the impacts it has had on communities that will stay with me for a lifetime. I hope to inspire others, of all ages and walks of life, to get into volunteering with SAAS. ”

“Volunteering brings together people from diverse backgrounds, and the sense of teamwork and collective purpose is really motivating. It allows me to connect with people and contribute to something bigger than myself. I have always wanted to learn new skills and be a role model for my kids while supporting the community. ”

“I continue to volunteer because of the friendships I have made and the community I have built for myself. In their time of need, I want to give back to the community. I value the strong sense of family within my local team, the high-quality training and skills I gain, and the meaningful interactions I have with patients. Being able to support the community in times of need is incredibly rewarding. ”

“Volunteering helped me integrate into the community, and as a farmer, it has also allowed me to help people. I believe if I can make volunteering with SAAS work around a busy work schedule, others can too! ”

“Joining SAAS as a volunteer has given me the chance to learn life-saving skills and maintain a sense of calm in high-pressure situations. Every shift is different, and there is an incredible sense of fulfillment in knowing that my training can make a real difference in someone’s worst moment. I want to show young people that volunteering is the essential 'next step' in their journey, providing them with crucial skills. ”

“I enjoy using my skills and experience in teaching to support new recruits through their training and during shifts. It gives me the chance to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the community. With volunteering, I also enjoy the social aspect and meeting new people. ”

“Volunteering is about being able to support the community in times of need and it is incredibly rewarding. I want to show my kids that even in a small town, big things can be done and there is always opportunity to give back to the community. ”

Volunteer with us! SAAS volunteering becomes part of your lifestyle.

Rosters and training are flexible and are designed around you, so that you can progress at a pace that you are comfortable with.

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Station Locations

We have 70 volunteer ambulance stations across South Australia.

Check out our interactive map to find your closest volunteer station.

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Almost 100 stations across the state

Meet our Volunteers

Steve Deutscher
Morgan

I cannot recommend volunteering with SAAS highly enough. The training, the skills learnt, the opportunities are endless and can be done at your pace…

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Thamsin Dunn
Meadows

Every job is different and every job gives us the opportunity to make someone smile…

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Nicolle Harris
Cleve

I feel SAAS is such an important group to be a part of and it provides such a sense of satisfaction and pride giving back to those in a time of need. The ongoing training, theory and workshops provided by SAAS are fantastic…

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Frequently Asked Questions

Becoming a volunteer ambulance officer is both rewarding for you and your community. But we know you might have some questions. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions and see just how easy it is to become a volunteer.

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  • How do I apply to become a volunteer?
  • Do I have to pay for my ambulance training?
  • I don’t have any experience in the medical field. Can I still apply?
  • What age do you need to be to become a volunteer?
  • Can I still be a volunteer if I work full time?

Events

SAAS is committed to engaging with the community and we attend as many events as possible. If you would like us to attend your event (i.e. school visit, country fairs and shows), please complete the Community Event Request Form.

For children aged 4 to 11, check out our Educational Kids Film on YouTube. Presented by paramedics Erin, Tom and Cassie, the film explores what happens you call Triple Zero (000). 

Volunteering enquiries

Want to find out more about becoming a volunteer?

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