Student First Responder, Sport Programs

Job Summary

Student First Responders will support the Sport Clubs Program by providing first aid and applicable skills at Sport Club home events, as well as acting as a liaison to spectators and visiting teams. The hours worked are typically on the weekends, Friday through Sunday.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Serve as a first responder during Sport Club home competitions and events
• Provide first aid, emergency care, and evaluate on-site injury during competitions and events
• Attend to all injured participants by following basic First Aid and CPR protocols and remove athletes from play if necessary
• Call or direct someone else to call 911 if injury occurs beyond your scope of practice
• Complete injury reports to document after each event supervised
• Aware of emergency exits, bathrooms and AED locations
• Responsible for keeping all certifications current
• Check facility for safety hazards; report any hazards to appropriate authority and take immediate action if necessary
• Able to initiate the Emergency Action Plan
• Assist with setup and breakdown of equipment for events including water coolers, ice, and tables
• Answer questions from spectators and visiting teams to the best of your availability
• Act as an ambassador and appropriate represent the FGCU University Recreation & Wellness
• Always maintain an appropriate professional demeanor
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled FGCU student.
• Positive attitude and desire to assist customers
• Ability to work in a team and handle stressful situations in a calm manner
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Available to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends
• Thorough knowledge of the Sport Programs and University Recreation & Wellness policies and procedures

Certification Requirement

• Licensed as an athletic trainer or emergency medical technician in Florida.
• Standard First Aid (American Red Cross –preferred). Certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.