Athletic Trainer

Job Summary
Under the general supervision the Athletic Director (AD), the Athletic Trainer will support the athletic program through the prevention, recognition, and evaluation of injuries and illnesses. The Athletic Trainer will ensure that all students are instilled with a Biblical worldview and supervised in a safe environment. The Athletic Trainer must have a strong, active, and committed relationship with Jesus Christ, a willingness to lead with a humble heart, a passion for Christian education, and a calling to serve at Cornerstone Christian Academy. He or she will seek to perform all duties as unto the Lord, relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance, and completing all tasks with excellence.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree required
Athletic Trainer Certified credential issued by the NATA BOC
CPR and First Aid Certified
Experience
2+ years of experience and/or preparation in an athletic program preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with leadership, peers, faculty, students, parents, volunteers and the external community
Demonstrated knowledge of athletics
Ability to assess the strengths and needs of students
Technologies
Must be skilled at technology and its applications within the school, and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Physical Capabilities
Able to stand and walk for most of the day; speak and hear clearly; operate a computer, hand-held learning devices, and other office equipment; reach with hands and arms, bend, stoop and twist; and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and moving non-ambulatory students with assistance
Able to supervise students both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Able to walk up and down stairs
Personal Characteristics
Affirms CCA’s Articles of Faith
Deeply committed to a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ
Able to recognize the role of parents as primarily responsible before God for their children’s education and safety, and be prepared to assist them in that task
Able to manage everyday stress with objectivity and optimism
Adheres to high ethical standards and exemplifies Christian behavior in attitude, speech, and actions towards others
Maintains a modest, professional, and clean personal appearance consistent with school policy
Work Hours / Travel
Work week is consistent with standard school schedule of Monday through Friday with frequent work in the evenings or on weekends for special school events and activities
School-related travel as necessary
Job Functions and Tasks
Essential Functions
Treat all students with kindness and respect and continually reinforce and develop their Christian character and their identity in Christ
Provides immediate first aid and emergency care for acute injuries
Assists in the management of chronic athletic injuries or conditions
Creates personalized rehabilitation plans for injured student athletes
Collaborates with healthcare professionals to ensure a comprehensive approach to managing athlete's health and well-being
Develops and implements injury prevention programs
Maintains regular and accurate records of student's health and medical history
Provides instruction on rehabilitation exercises and methods of maintaining body conditioning while injured
Demonstrate understanding of how to work with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds
Maintain emergency preparedness and safety procedures consistent with established protocols
Represent the school in a favorable and professional manner to the school’s constituency and the general public
Administer the physical requirements for eligibility to participate in each sport and verify the eligibility of each athlete
Facilitate clear communication and timely feedback with students, parents, and coaches to ensure students remain on track with goals and objectives
Use assessment tools to inform, guide and evaluate student athletes
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Job Context: Walking and standing; indoors and outdoors; some seated desk work
Job Status: Full-time/Part-time, exempt
If you have questions about this position, please contact Elizabeth Gordon, Director of HR.
elizabeth.gordon@cornerstonechapel.net

Employment type
Full Time Exempt

Work arrangement
No