Exercise Specialist | PRN

Avera Health•Pierre, SD

44d•$18 - $27

About The Position

Provides Athletic Republic program services to regional athletes including evaluations, training, and documentation components, as assigned. Responsible to oversee and coordinate the delivery of the Athletic Republic programs as well as assist with daily operations of the Avera Human Performance Center.

Requirements

The individual must be able to work the hours specified.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.
These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or 1-2 years related experience required and/or training in Athletic Republic performance sports training program
Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach - National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Upon Hire

Responsibilities

Demonstrates a working knowledge of various sports and athletic experience.
Assists with daily building operations (batting cages, golf, turf grooming, and basketball court preparations) as well as facility cleaning and front desk operations.
Assists with daily delivery of Athletic Republic training program (program prescription, design and administration).
Spots and advises proper mechanics on the treadmills (running and hockey).
Establishes rapport and work cooperatively with interdisciplinary team members (physicians, physical therapist, athletic trainers) as necessary throughout athlete's training program.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, workshops, etc. Shares new knowledge with coworkers.
Participates in program development of the department.
Educates and advises athletes, coaches and community members on proper training program design.
Communicates effectively with athlete, family, coach and other inter-disciplinary team members regarding athlete's status, progress and needs.
Promotes Avera Sports Institute programs and services.