First Aid Responder

Skills

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state:

• We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment.
• We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success.
• We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity.
• We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect.
• We believe that the social and emotional well-being of our students is as important as their academic needs.
• We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff
• We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.

Job Title: First Aid Responder

Work Year: Hours and days vary by assignment

Department: Athletics

Reports To: Director of Athletics and Student Activities

Salary Range: PEA Appendix B (8% - Asst. Trainer)

Benefits: N/A

Status: FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary

The purpose of the First Aid Responder is to assist in the evaluation, recognition, initial treatment and disposition of an individual who is injured or suddenly takes ill. This may include activities such as taping, stretching, first aid, and/or referral of injured/ill athletes. Other athletic training functions such as return to play decisions, modality or rehabilitation treatments are out of the realm of first aid responders.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required

• High School Diploma
• Current first aid and CPR/AED certification
• Valid Colorado Driver License
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

Preferred

• 26 semester hours or more of college credit in Sports Medicine field
• Basic Water Safety Certification

Skills And Knowledge

• Skill in using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction
• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively, orally and in writing
• Ability to work collaboratively with a broad and diverse population of students, families, peers and colleagues
• Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions
• Knowledge and training in first aid procedures should be required for handling athletic related injuries
• Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Work surfaces will vary from concrete to grass to hard wood floors. Job responsibilities require both inside and outside assignments.
• Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self- motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision. After hour work is required. Must be able to work under stressful conditions.
• Must be able to assist with or transfer athletes of various weight/heights.
• Must be able to push carts with athletic equipment on them.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, have good mobility skills and be able to walk long distances.
• Must demonstrate ability to communicate to give adequate directions and instructions to subordinates. Must be able to carry training kit and coolers for long distances.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the District's/department's goals. Actual duties, responsibilities, frequency, and percentages may vary depending upon building assignments and other factors.

• Apply pre-event/pre-practice injury prevention techniques such as protective padding, taping and/or bracing. Encourage stretching when appropriate
• Gather and make available the appropriate first aid / emergency supplies in support of the sporting activity or contest
• Ensure that proper and adequate amounts of fluids are available to the athletic participant during a practice session or contest so as to prevent dehydration and heat illnesses
• In the event of an acute injury, apply triage principles to rapidly assess the situation and administer appropriate emergency care in keeping with her / his level of first aid / CPR knowledge of certification
• Apply the principles of the "PRICE" (Protect, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) protocol and other American Red Cross approved first aid measures to acutely injured individuals
• Notify a Certified Athletic Trainer, Medical Doctor, or Emergency Medical Technician if appropriate, based on the severity of the injury
• Follow the standing orders of an attending physician to provide ice following practice or events to previously diagnosed, chronic inflammatory musculoskeletal conditions
• Accurately maintain appropriate records of preventative measures taken, injuries, and care given. Update Athletic Trainers updated with changes.

Non-essential Duties

• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics or designee

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The work requires the use of telephone and using fingers to operate computer keyboards. The employee is continually hearing and speaking to exchange information. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

In a 3-hour Workday, This Job Requires

R – Rarely (Less than .25 hr per day) O – Occasionally (.25 – 1 hr per day) F – Frequently (1 – 2 hrs per day) C – Continually (2 – 3 hrs per day) NA – Not Applicable

Physical Requirements

SittingOccasionally

Stationary StandingContinually

Walking (level surface)Continually

Walking (uneven surface)Occasionally

CrawlingOccasionally

Crouching (bend at knees)Frequently

Stooping (bend at waist)Continually

Twisting (knees/waist/neck)Continually

Turn/PivotContinually

Climbing (stairs)Occasionally

Climbing (ladder)Rarely

Reaching overheadContinually

Reaching extensionContinually

Repetitive use armsContinually

Repetitive use wristsContinually

Repetitive use hands graspingContinually

Repetitive use hands squeezingContinually

Fine manipulationContinually

Using foot controlRarely

• Pushing/Pulling

Maximum weight: 200 lbs.Frequently

Lifting

Maximum weight: 100 lbs.Frequently

Carrying

Maximum weight: 75 lbs.Frequently

Work Environment

Employee may work inside and outside in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat. Employee may be exposed to body fluids and blood borne pathogens. Regular exposure to loud noises associated with athletic events.

Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, disability, need for special education services, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth status, or other status protected by law in admission, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Student Support Services, Andrew Burns, ***email_hidden*** , Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer for complaints. This individual can be located at 315 West 11th Street, Pueblo, Colorado 81003, (719) 549-7100. Inquiries about Title IX can be directed to Pueblo School District No. 60's Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer named herein; the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education at (800) 421-3481, [email protected] ; or both. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. (Policy AC, AC-R-1, AC-R-2, AC-E-1, AC-E-2, AC-E-3).

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