Asst/Assoc Athletic Trainer

Berry College invites applications and nominations for the full-time, 10-month position of assistant athletic trainer.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Head Athletic Trainer. The assistant athletic trainer will be responsible for assisting with sport coverage, administrative duties, supervision of student workers, and compliance with the NCAA Division III sports medicine policies and procedures. An integral part of the position is mentoring student workers and implementation of educational programs within the sports medicine department. General duties include, but are not limited to: preventing, treating, and rehabilitating athletic injuries; managing daily operations; assisting with inventory and budget; assisting with assigned teams insurance claims; traveling with assigned team when necessary; acting as a liaison between the student-athlete and his/her coach, team physician(s), and parents; and performing other duties assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer. Master's degree required. The candidate should possess good communication skills, strong leadership and mentoring abilities, and the ability to create a culture that is both disciplined and caring. Effective and efficient organizational skills and the ability to work unsupervised are required. The candidate must be Advanced Level CPR Certified through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. He/she must also be NATABOC certified and Georgia State Licensed or eligible. The successful candidate must also be able to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. The candidate will also demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to a liberal arts education, Division III athletics, and an appreciation for and commitment to all NCAA, Southern Athletic Association (SAA), and institutional rules and regulations. Additional Information:

ABOUT BERRY COLLEGE

Berry is a selective independent college of 2,200 students located adjacent to Rome, GA, midway between Atlanta, GA, and Chattanooga, TN. Berry's educational approach deliberately unites challenging academic programs with practical work experience in a residential campus community that encourages faith and emphasizes caring for the needs of others above self. Our mission and values are grounded in the ethic that our founder instilled more than a century ago: "We educate the head, heart, and hands - to inspire leaders of integrity who cultivate thriving communities. By combining academic exploration with meaningful work responsibilities in a residential setting, our approach emphasizes firsthand experience and mentoring. We invest in the personal growth and professional preparation of talented students from varied backgrounds, with an enduring commitment to help those hindered by financial need. Guided by Christian principles, we value the dignity of individuals, the search for truth tempered with grace, and the well-being of our neighbors." Nationally recognized for quality of learning and quality of life, Berry offers first-rate undergraduate degree programs in the sciences, humanities, arts, and human sciences, as well as undergraduate and master's opportunities in business and teacher education. The College's stunning 27,000-acre campus affords opportunities that cannot be duplicated elsewhere. Berry's ongoing commitment is to provide exceptional educational experiences to talented students from a wide range of social, racial, and economic backgrounds.

COLLEGE COMMITMENTS

Berry College is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity institution, Berry complies with all applicable laws and provisions prohibiting discrimination in its educational and employment policies. Berry respects the essential dignity of all individuals and accordingly hires and promotes employees without regard to matters of personal identity such as race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and political affiliation. Berry College is committed to ensuring that facilities, programs, services, and activities are accessible to everyone, including those seeking employment at Berry College. Inquiries about interviews or workplace accommodation are welcome. You can reach out to us at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr NATA