High School Sports Safety Attendant

About the Employer

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.

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.
• 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.

Additional Job Information

Revised: 5/24/22