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Student Assistant Trainers (Up to 4 Positions) - Department of Athletics and Recreation *REPOSTED*

Competition Number:
59S19R
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Athletics and Recreation
Position:
Student Assistant Trainer
Contract:
Hours of Work:
Varies
Salary:

Honorarium: $750 per semester

Term:

Varies depending on sport

The Department of Athletics and Recreation and Panther Sports Medicine Physiotherapy are looking for seven student assistants. This is an excellent learning position for students interested in a career in Rehabilitation Sciences.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide first aid and taping for a varsity team
  • Required to attend all training sessions provided by Panther Sports Medicine Physiotherapy
  • To act as a liaise with Panther Sports Medicine regarding sports injuries
  • Attend all practices (including preseason) and home/away games
  • Conduct themselves and their work in a pleasant, presentable and professional manner
  • Relate positively to Panther Medicine staff and clients

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be certified in standard CPR and First Aid prior to September 1, 2019
  • Candidates must be dependable, assertive, enthusiastic, outgoing and courteous
  • Experience with leadership, first aid, and taping an asset
  • For Junior Trainers: Minimum completion of 2 years in Kinesiology
  • For Senior Trainers: Completion of KIN 352 with the completion of 3+ years of Kinesiology

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.

 

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website. Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.