Athletic Trainer

Position:   Athletic Trainer

Reports To:   Athletic Director

Length of Contract:  10 Months

Evaluation:   Annually by school policy, Ongoing by Athletic Director

Position Goal:   

 The Athletic Trainer provides “Athletic Training Services” to student athletes in accordance with the state of Delaware’s athletic training practices.  He/She also provides valuable facilities assistance to the Athletic Department. The Athletic Trainer will  Supervise the prevention, care, treatment, and recovery of injuries to high school student-athletes. He/She will also provide administration, supervision and maintenance of the athletic training facility, equipment, supplies and documentation.  This position specifically supports the mission of Delmarva Christian High School and the Athletic Department by assisting in institutional compliance with the NATA rules and regulations. 

Qualifications:

• Vibrant, growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• Certification by the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC), Delaware DPR Athletic Trainer License.
• Certified in emergency care procedures (CPR, IMPACT, First Aid, and AED).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Passion for the mission of Delmarva Christian Schools
• Infinite hope in the success of every student

Responsibilities:

• Implement and supervise the prevention and treatment programs of athletic injuries to Delmarva Christian student-athletes.
• Evaluate and treat reported athletic injuries or illness of high school student-athletes (as well as visiting team student-athletes)
• Provide and supervise emergency treatment of injuries or illness to high school student-athletes on school grounds (as well as visiting teams student-athletes), including the use of emergency equipment and supplies and the removal from the playing field/court.
• Determine if a student-athlete is capable of continued participation in a competition or practice if they sustain an injury or illness or is otherwise unable to safely continue such participation.
• Communicate injury and illness status to the student-athlete's head coach or designee.
• Implement and supervise the reconditioning and treatment programs (protocols) for injured Delmarva Christian student-athletes.
• Communicate with the student-athlete's parents/guardians when injuries/illness has occurred requiring referral to a physician.
• Apply protective or injury prevention devices, such as tape, wraps, pads, braces or other equipment for athletic participation.
• Order athletic training supplies through the purchase order system.
• Stock and maintain inventory for team travel kits including tape, forms, bandages, pre-wrap, etc.
• Maintain the upkeep and cleanliness of the Athletic training room as well as the Fitness Center.
• Maintain records of all athletic injuries.
• Maintain records of coaches concussion certification and CPR records.
• Stay informed on and comply with all DIAA medical regulations. Complete and maintain continuing education as required by Delaware DPR and BOC AT.
• Uphold and enforce school and Board policies.
• Keep coaches up to date on concussion protocols, Emergency Action Plans, and proper procedures concerning athlete safety.

Living Curriculum

• Employ Matthew 18 principle in all conflict resolution
• Maintain open and respectful lines of communication with parents and students
• Maintain confidence in and hope for the success of every student
• Speak to the heart of the student while enforcing School rules and policy
• Prayerfully maintain a lifestyle that demonstrates a commitment to Christ

Growth

• Actively promote the school in the community
• Support extra curricular activities through attendance of events throughout the school year
• Participate as needed in development and recruitment activities