Special Application Instructions:
Please do not “Apply Online” by submitting your resume at the bottom of this page.
The EFRT hiring board requests that applicants complete the linked EFRT Written Application (2026-2027) – Fill out form instead.
Interested students can also receive the application in the format of an accessible Word document by emailing [email protected] with the subject line “Application Word document”.
Please note: Job description is under review, below is the current (proposed) description:
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EFRT is a group of approximately 40 student volunteers who provide emergency medical services to the McMaster Campus. All responders are certified Emergency Medical Responders and are trained to help in any physical or mental health emergency.
Please note applications will close September 13 at 11:59 pm (EST).
EFRT Responders are responsible for taking on a minimum of 4-5 shifts a month. Shifts are either day (8-hour) or night (16-hour) shifts, where Responders remain on-call to attend calls as needed. Responders are responsible for completing monthly training materials. In their first year on EFRT, Responders will complete 3 certification trainings: Emergency First Responder, Emergency Medical Responder, and Mental Health First Aid. Responders represent EFRT in a responsible, professional, and respectful manner while on shift and representing EFRT.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong knowledge of Standard First Aid and CPR-C curriculum
- Organization and time management skills
- Ability to work effectively as an individual and with a team
- Comfortable providing physical health and mental health support to diverse groups of individuals
- Commitment and dedication
- Must be able to lift the weight of the EFRT responding packs (around 40 pounds)
- Able or willing to learn how to ride a bicycle for the purpose of attending EFRT calls
Effort & Responsibility
- Responsible for being on time to volunteer shifts, trainings and other events
- Responsible for completing and attending all assigned training sessions
- Responsible for maintaining EFRT’s standard of responding and training
- Responsible for maintaining an appropriate and positive image of EFRT and the MSU
- Maintain patient confidentiality of individuals utilizing EFRT
Working Conditions
- Most work can be completed in EFRT’s office space while on call
- Time demands may exceed stated hours of work
Training and Experience
- Applicants must hold a valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C certificate at the time of application
- All additional required training will be provided
- Attend monthly training on specified EFRT content
- Will be responsible for self-directed learning of EFRT protocol
- No relevant experience is necessary
Equipment
- Basic computer software use
- Any required equipment will be provided
Hours:
Variable, but approximately 12* hours per week
*EFRT involves a commitment of approximately 4-5 shifts a month, with additional monthly training. During our day (8-hours) or night shifts (16-hours), EFRT responders can attend classes, study or sleep in the EFRT office and complete daily tasks when not responding to calls. Successful candidates will also be expected to attend 5 full weekends of certification training spread throughout the school year. These certifications include Emergency First Responder, Emergency Medical Responder and Mental Health First Aid.
Please download the job description to see a full listing of the duties & responsibilities, found here.
Special Application Instructions:
Special Application Instructions:
Please do not “Apply Online” by submitting your resume at the bottom of this page.
The EFRT hiring board requests that applicants complete the linked EFRT Written Application (2026-2027) – Fill out form instead.
Interested students can also receive the application in the format of an accessible Word document by emailing [email protected] with the subject line “Application Word document”.
We thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position, and advise that only applicants selected to write the Standard First Aid Test will be contacted.
The McMaster Students Union (MSU) is strongly committed to employment equity within its community and to recruiting a diverse staff. The MSU encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of racialized communities and 2SLGBTQIA-identified persons. If you require any form of accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources by email at [email protected]. Please note that the MSU is an independently incorporated students’ union operating within the McMaster University community; this is not a McMaster University position.
Skills Required
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C certificate at the time of application
- Commitment to complete 4–5 shifts per month and approximately 12 hours per week
- Availability to attend monthly training and five full certification-training weekends
- Ability to lift EFRT responding packs weighing approximately 40 pounds
- Able or willing to learn how to ride a bicycle for responding to calls
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to provide physical and mental health support to diverse groups
What We Do
Michigan State University is a public land-grant research university located in East Lansing, Michigan. As a top global public research university, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery to make a better world while providing students with life-changing opportunities. The university offers more than 400 areas of study across 17 colleges and has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for 170 years.
