Our squad offers a variety of volunteer options, allowing community members to offer support and services at different levels of interest and ability.
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There are three primary roles on the Mendham First Aid Squad:
While each role has different requirements, training can be done on your time. There are no shifts you're required to cover, and no 9-1-1 calls you're required to answer! If you aren't interested in medicine, you can become an Ambulance Driver. If you're not sure about the commitment to become an EMT, take the EMR class to learn the basics of emergency medicine and see if it's for you.

If you're interested in joining but have no experience, no problem; we'll provide your training and support you the whole way!

No prior experience necessary, volunteer on YOUR time!

Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)

Large initial time requirement, in-depth medical training, provide and coordinate care
  • State- or nationally-certified
  • Complete a minimum of 180 hours of training
  • Provide assessments, first aid, and usually oversee all aspects of patient care
  • Maintain skills through ongoing training and refresher courses over the year
  • Re-certify every 2 to 3 years

Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs)

Small initial time requirement, general first aid training, assist EMTs in providing care
  • Work under the guidance of EMTs
  • Complete a 48-hour training course, no state level certification exam required
  • Provide basic first aid and patient care
  • Maintain skills through ongoing training and refresher courses over the year​
For many, EMR is an initial step towards considering an EMT certification

Ambulance
Drivers​

Fastest initial time investment, train on emergency vehicles, drive ambulance
  • Responsible for the safe operation of our vehicles, navigation, and scene safety
  • Assist with patient transport
  • Maintain radio communications with 911 dispatchers and other responders
  • Must hold a valid NJ Drivers License, and be over 21 years old
  • Complete the Coaching for Emergency Vehicle Operators (CEVO IV) course
All squad volunteers (including Drivers and Auxiliary members) must hold valid American Heart Association CPR for Healthcare Providers certifications.
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If needed, you can obtain CPR Training through local area hospitals. If you become a member of the squad, we will help you obtain your certification!

Ready to join? Want to learn more? Let us know!

What's EMT training like?

Read these articles from Jon Alperin, one of our volunteers, as he shared his experiences while becoming at EMT at 50 years old.
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