About this role
Qualifications
• High School Diploma or Equivalent. • Valid Teaching Certificate or Athletic Coaching Certificate. • Valid Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. • Valid Florida driver’s license. • Current employee of the School District of Lee County. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Ability to work flexible hours and work days. • Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments. • Oral and written communication skills. • Ability to work with diverse groups of people. • Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard computer applications. • Ability to administer First Aid/CPR/AED as needed for illness, injury, or life-threatening emergencies per certification training guidelines. Revised 5/24/22 Responsibilities
• Assist the Athletic Trainer in developing injury treatment and prevention programs. • Meet with designated staff at each assigned school site on a regular basis to determine coverage needs for athletic events, provide updates, and discuss topics/issues related to students and programs. • Work in conjunction with the Athletic Trainer to coordinate a sports physical program for all sports/genders with appropriate health facility. • Report all major injuries to the appropriate administrator, head coach, and Athletic Trainer within mandatory time limits. • Consult with the treating physician the appropriate method of treatment for the injury. • Consult with the head coach and Athletic Trainer to determine an athlete’s level of participation in a sport and the treatment being used. • Assist in scheduling training for student athletes on injury prevention and proper conditioning for individual sports. • Communicate with parents the specific rehabilitation programs for the student. • Complete and file insurance claim forms/reports in a timely manner. • Allocate time between sports on an equitable basis. • Abide by and enforce School Board and Florida High School Athletic Association policies on tobacco, alcohol, and drugs. • Assist in scheduling meetings and attend meetings to evaluate the performance of established programs. • Adhere to District policies and procedures. • Assist in the recruitment of trainers. • Administer First Aid/CPR/AED as needed for illness, injury, or life-threatening emergencies per certification training guidelines. Revised: 5/24/22 Additional Job Information Supplemental