Emergency Management Training Facilitator (AIIMS)

Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed to changing lives and making a difference to your community?

For more than 130 years, St John WA has been a cornerstone of support in Western Australia, connecting with the community through education, training, and care.

As a trusted not-for-profit, the organisation’s unwavering mission is to serve humanity and build resilient communities, achieved through a strong team spirit, camaraderie, and collaboration among all team members—paid and volunteers alike. Together, we support wellbeing and health for every Western Australian.

St John WA is powered by team members who have a strong sense of belonging and purpose, and together we are a leader in pre-hospital care and related products.

Last year, we connected with 1.2 million Western Australians, including:

• 340,000 people through first aid training, education, and engagement
• 362,000 people who received care close to where they live and work
• 410,000 people who received trusted transport and emergency care when they needed it most

A job to be proud of:

Are you passionate about emergency management and training? St John WA is seeking an Emergency Management Training Facilitator (AIIMS) to play a pivotal role in preparing our teams and communities for emergency situations. This role offers the opportunity to deliver life-saving training and exercises to internal staff, volunteers, and emergency service partners across metropolitan and regional areas. You’ll be instrumental in maintaining high levels of readiness for mass casualty incidents and other emergencies, ensuring that every member of our workforce is equipped to respond effectively when it matters most.

What You’ll Do:
As an Emergency Management Training Facilitator (AIIMS), you’ll play a vital role in delivering emergency management training and exercises, ensuring a high level of preparedness for emergencies across metropolitan and regional areas. Your work will focus on facilitating training sessions for both internal and external partners, including other emergency services and health providers, to enhance their readiness for mass casualty incidents and other emergencies. This is a casual position, with flexibility options available which will be discussed in more detail at interview stage.  

You will:

• Collaborate with the Emergency Management team to deliver AIIMS and other emergency training across regional and metropolitan areas.
• Engage both paid staff and volunteers in interactive, scenario-based training sessions tailored for prehospital and emergency care environments.
• Develop and coordinate new training courses and annual training plans based on identified needs.
• Ensure training and exercises prepare all involved to handle disaster prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery activities.
• Assist in planning and delivering training to improve SJWA's 'AmbPlan' and keep e-learning packages up to date for easy access by staff and volunteers.
• Take part in a diverse, inclusive, and high-performance culture that aligns with St John WA’s values and strategic goals.

Required:

• Certified AIIMS Instructor with current accreditation (mandatory).
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or equivalent) (mandatory).
• Proven experience in delivering emergency management or healthcare-related training.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in emergency medicine, incident management, and healthcare operations.
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours to meet regional training demands.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and organisational skills.
• WA Driving license with no more than six demerit points

Desirable:

• MIMMS Instructor (highly desirable but not essential).
• Emergo Train System instructor certification (highly desirable but not essential).
• Background or qualification in emergency medicine, paramedicine, or related field.

What you will receive in return:

• Salary Packaging with Maxxia (Pro rata)
• Free first aid training
• Ambulance Cover
• St John Discounts

To Apply:

Prospective candidates will need to submit their application online. Candidates will be required to complete the online application form and prepare and submit the following as part of their application:

1. Up to date CV detailing key experiences and work history.
2. Completed Cover Letter addressing relevant experience, skills and Selection Criteria questions outlined below (submissions should be limited to a 2-page word document):

• Describe a time you conducted a training session or workshop. What methods did you use to keep participants engaged?
  
  
• How would you handle a situation where a group of healthcare staff is resistant to the training or change, you’re trying to implement?

Applicants will receive an automated receipt on application if you have not received this email, please contact the Talent Sourcing team prior to the closing date and time. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

The Process:

1. Shortlisting from selection criteria
2. Modern Hire (Online Interview) dependant on volume of applications
3. Documents collection
4. Panel Interview
5. References
6. Successful candidate appointed to the position

If you're passionate about making a difference in emergency management and want to be part of a team that prepares communities for critical incidents, this is the role for you!

Apply now to join St John WA and contribute to a high-performing, inclusive culture that keeps people safe in times of need.

Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Abbie Spring Talent Sourcing Consultant on (08) 6235 8882 or via email to Careers@stjohnwa.com.au

Applications close Sunday 04 May 2024 at 6pm.

St John WA is committed to creating an inclusive environment which provides a sense of belonging and enables a welcoming, diverse, capable and connected workforce who represent the community we serve. Our goal is to ensure people feel safe to be themselves.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants.