Summer Athletic Trainer

Summer Athletic Trainer

We are seeking a qualified and proactive Athletic Trainer to support our summer youth sports camps. You will be responsible for the prevention, evaluation, and immediate care of athletic injuries for campers in grades 5-8, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for all participants. This is an hourly position. To ensure accurate and timely payment, the Athletic Trainer is required to submit a digital/physical timesheet to the Athletic Office at the conclusion of each camp day for review and approval.

Key Responsibilities

• Injury Prevention & Care: Provide immediate care, first aid, and taping/bracing for campers during sessions.
• Safety Monitoring: Maintain constant supervision of camp activities to identify and mitigate physical risks to athletes.
• Emergency Response: Implement and lead emergency medical procedures in the event of a serious injury.
• Documentation: Accurately record all injuries and treatments provided, submitting necessary paperwork to the Athletic Office within 24 hours.
• Administrative Diligence: Record hours worked and submit a completed timesheet to the Athletic Office daily before departing.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Valid State of Illinois Athletic Trainer License or appropriate certification.
• Experience: Prior experience working with youth athletes (ages 5th-8th grade) preferred.
• Certifications: Current Athletic Training certifications, as well as First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with campers, parents, coaches, and school administrators.
• Compliance: Must pass a standard background check and abide by all Thornton Township District 205 and IHSA regulations.

Schedule & Administrative Requirements

• Camp Dates: Vary per sport, including Boys/Girls Bowling, Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Softball, Baseball, Track, Cheer, and Dance.
• Hours: Based on the specific sport needs and summer contact days; not to exceed 21 hours per sport.
• Reporting: Mandatory daily check-in/out and timesheet submission for payroll processing.