First Aid Responder/sports Trainer

Welcome to Sports Aid

**About you**:
We are looking for outgoing, fun, and enthusiastic people to join our team. You will be reliable, confident and an open communicator. You must be considered flexible and willing to travel to different suburbs of Perth. You must also be available to work **at least** 10 hours per week and on weekends.

The Sports Trainer position is designed and suitable for Physiotherapy, Osteopathy and Sports & Exercise Science students. This position is also ideal for individuals with a Sports Trainer Level 1 or 2 accreditation, First Aid Certificate with CPR Training and Working with Children Check.
- Be prepared to respond promptly and effectively to incidents, emergencies, or accidents during our clients’ sporting events. You are comfortable assessing the situation rapidly, providing appropriate first-aid treatments, and supporting injured individuals.
- Administer basic medical care such as wound care, bleeding control, bandaging, splinting, and managing minor injuries like sprains, strains and bruises.
- Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and operation of external defibrillators (AED) confidently and efficiently, if necessary.
- Conduct initial assessments of injuries to determine the severity and necessary course of action. Make decisions about whether additional medical attention is required and, if necessary, coordinate transportation to medical facilities.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of all incidents, injuries and treatments provided during our clients’ sporting events.
- Effectively communicate with players, coaches, event organisers and other staff members to ensure a coordinated response and appropriate follow-up procedures.
- Regularly inspect and restock your first aid kit and medical supplies to ensure they are up-to-date and fully equipped for emergencies.

**About the role - Sports Trainer**:

- Evaluate and assess sports-related injuries to determine their severity and provide appropriate immediate care and treatment.
- Administer first aid and emergency care for injuries during sports events or training sessions. This includes handling cuts, bruises, sprains, strains, and more serious medical emergencies.
- Provide basic guidance on nutrition and hydration to optimise players’ performance and overall well-being.
- Maintain detailed records of injuries, treatment plans, and progress throughout rehabilitation.
- Advise players on the appropriate sports equipment and ensure its proper fitting to reduce the risk of injury and maximise performance.
- Communicate effectively with athletes, coaches, parents and medical professionals to ensure a coordinated approach to player care and injury management.
- Design and oversee rehabilitation programs for athletes recovering from injuries. Collaborate with medical professionals to ensure proper recovery and return to sports protocols are followed.
- Collaborate with coaches and school/community sports programs to create a safe and conductive environment for players’ development and performance improvement.
- Maintain CPR and AED certifications to prepare for medical emergencies during sports events.

**Overview of the Employment Process**:

- Sit Zoom interview.
- Get onboarded to our rostering platform & receive instruction with some housekeeping rules, standards, and expectations.
- Submit your availability & you will be rostered to work.

**Requirements**:

- Eligibility to work in Australia.
- Working with Children Check
- First Aid Certificate & CPR Training
- Sports Trainer Level 1 or 2 Accreditation
- Available **at least 10 hours per week **with availability on Saturdays.

**Desirable**:

- Paramedicine, Medicine, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Osteopathy students
- Driver’s licence
- Flexibility to travel across different suburbs of Perth

If you’re passionate about upholding the safety of students and players within the community by providing First Aid and Sports Training, we’d love to have you on our team

**Job Types**: Casual, Freelance, Seasonal
Contract length: 12 months

**Salary**: $27.50 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4 - 8 per week

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift

**Experience**:

- First aid: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Working with Children Check (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: On the road