Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe e.V. was founded in 1952. Its core competences cover rescue, transport and medical services, first aid training, meals on wheels, social services, home care and youth work. It holds a state mandate for disaster preparedness and also has a department for international assistance providing humanitarian aid to people all across the world.
The Project
In May 2023, about 12.000 athletes and many more visitors will come to Oldenburg to join the Erlebnis Unions (“Experience Gymnastics Festival§). The festival is organised by the Lower Saxony Athelets League and combines exercise for all, contests for the athletes and meetings at evening concerts. For the medical security and the accommodation of the older athletes, the Union asked Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe to support the event.
The Volunteer
The volunteer will join the team of Johanniter in providing medical services, assistance (at the accommodation of athletes), and operation control.
Where?
Oldenburg, Lower Saxony, Germany
When?
Wednesday, 17th – Sunday, 21st Mai 2023, part-time deployment is also possible.
Who can apply?
Every volunteer of JOIN member organisations, aged over 18.
For Medical services: first aid training and basic medical qualification are needed (in German: Sanitätshelfer:in)
For operation control: qualification and experience in leading operations in civil protection
Languages: English and/or German
Other important information
Accommodation is provided. You will stay in the school housing and catering is provided free of charge together with other volunteers.
Transfer from Oldenburg main station available. There is also transport from Bremen airport if you stay the whole time (from 17th to 21st May).
Contact
If you are interested, please the JOIN Office at join.office@johanniter.org.
The Project
The Johanniter regional association of Berlin will be providing medical services at the Special Olympics World Games in June when thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities compete together in 26 summer sports. From 16th to 25th June 2023, the Special Olympics World Games will take place in Berlin, and thus, for the first time in Germany. The Games are the world’s largest inclusive sporting event.
As host of the 16th World Games, Berlin welcomes 7.000 athletes from 190 delegations and 20.000 volunteers for 9 full days of sports and emotions. Thousands of spectators per day from all around the world are expected for this event. Find information at https://www.berlin2023.org/en
The Volunteer
The volunteer will participate in the medical services and treat patients together with the local Johanniter paramedics.
Where?
Berlin, Germany
When?
Arrival: Thursday, 15th June
Departure: Sunday, 25th June
Games are held from Friday, 16th to Sunday, 25th of June 2023,
Feel free to join for a shorter period.
Who can apply?
Every volunteer of JOIN member organisations, aged over 18 years.
Languages: English or German
Medical Qualification: Paramedic, First Responder, Advanced First Aid
Other important information
Food and accommodation will be provided.
Application Deadline:
2nd June
Contact
If you are interested, please the JOIN Office at join.office@johanniter.org
Project
The Southside Festival is an annual music festival in the Southwest of Germany with around 65 000 visitors. The Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe is commissioned to provide first aid and medical cover for visitors and guests of the festival in Neuhausen ob Eck.
The Volunteer
The volunteer will be providing first aid and medical cover to visitors of the festival as part of a crew at a medical service point.
The volunteer will get the chance to work closely together with our volunteers and learn about the organisational structure of a temporary large-scale paramedical service in Germany. During the day off (Tuesday) the volunteer will get the chance to explore the region. A maximum of four volunteers can participate.
Where?
Ravensburg and Neuhausen ob Eck, Germany.
Ravensburg is a medieval town near Lake Constance and the Alps, in one of Germany’s premiere holiday regions.
When?
Monday, 12th to Monday 19th June 2023
Arrival on Monday, 12th June, before 6 p.m.
Departure on Monday, 19th June., in the afternoon
Who can apply?
All volunteers of JOIN member organisations aged over 18 that have at least a First Aid education of around 60 hours.
Languages: English, German
Other important information
Accommodation is free of charge. You will be quartered at a location nearby. Meals are provided free of charge during the service.
It is possible to visit the concerts free of charge during off-duty hours.
Clothing sizes should be known beforehand and as soon as possible, to allow us to provide sufficient work clothes.
Extra information on the volunteer’s home country and his/her work and experiences with Johanniter/St John is welcome.
Contact
If you are interested, please contact the JOIN office at join.office@johanniter.org
The Project
A team of 60 volunteers offers assistance to elderly people in Siegburg, a city in central Germany.
Our tasks include:
– Regular visits to isolated or lonely people
– Assistance to people who have to fill in official forms
– Computer, smartphone and tablet training specially designed for elderly people
– Transportation services for elderly people like to the nearby supermarket or the doctor´s office
– Weekly E-Bike tours and Nordic Walking courses to ensure physical fitness for everyone
– Conversation groups to practice the languages Dutch and English
– Game circles
– Various kinds of crafting workshops
Our services are free of charge, and all team members work on a voluntary basis.
The Volunteer
Volunteers of JOIN members are invited to accompany the Johanniter team and get an impression of the tasks. Everyone is welcome to join.
Where?
Siegburg, Germany
When?
The project continues throughout the year,
Please feel free to join for a couple of days.
Who can apply?
No qualification or other certified skills are required.
Minimum age: 25 years
Languages: German or English
Other important information
Accommodation is provided by a host family, offering a separate room for the volunteer.
Food is included and free of charge.
Contact
If you are interested, please contact the JOIN Office at join.office@johanniter.org.
The Project
Thousands of people live in Berlin without a permanent address. They are acutely threatened, especially in the winter months. Johanniter Berlin help these people all year round. With hot meals and medical care. With warm homes and professional care. For a personal new start. Johanniter offers free anonymous medical care for destitute people in housing need with and without health insurance. Volunteer doctors and experienced medical staff provide free and unbureaucratic care for typical infectious diseases and medical problems resulting from difficult social living conditions. Typical activities include checking vital parameters and examining wounds and injuries. In addition to providing care, motivating patients to seek regular care is also of enormous importance.
The Volunteer
The volunteer is invited to accompany the Johanniter team, get an impression of the tasks and provide care on site. Everyone is welcome to join.
Where?
Berlin, Germany
When?
The project continues throughout the year. The shelter is open from November to April. The Kitchen is open daily from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. May to October
Please plan at least 5 days.
Who can apply?
Every volunteer of JOIN members, aged over 18
Languages: English or German
Other important information
Food is usually provided, accommodation as available and upon request
Contact
If you are interested, please the JOIN Office at join.office@johanniter.org
