Sports Performance Assistant Coach- Elmwood- PRN

Weve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942 but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve heal lead educate that every award earned every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner whether you work with patients every day or support those who do you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

Education

Required High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology or related field

Work Experience

Required 3 months experience with strength & speed training in a high school collegiate or professional performance/fitness setting

Preferred 1 years experience with strength & speed training in a high school collegiate or professional performance/fitness setting

Certifications

Required Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association

Preferred - Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist from the National Strength & Conditioning Association (CSCS) or other nationally recognized and accredited training certification

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications various software packages specific to role and keyboard (including Microsoft Excel).
• Good organizational time management and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to effectively lead and coach athletes of all levels and backgrounds.
• Ability to perform a majority of sports related movements.
• Ability to foster a fun and competitive workout environment and maintain a motivated and enthusiastic attitude.
• Ability to effectively communicate a workout & method.
• Ability to have personable communication with clients and anticipate their needs.
• Knowledge of fitness principles basic nutrition and health skills; with a constant drive to search to increase training knowledge.
• Knowledge of all training modalities.
• Technical knowledge of weightlifting speed and agility movements.
• Must be able to work flexible schedule may include weekends.
• Reliable transportation required travel between locations
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities/locations.

Job Duties

• Coaches various work out and/or training classes/session specific to client/group needs; may include training Teams (large group) Facility (small group) and Facility (personal training).
• Performs and manages group class warm-ups workout instruction cool-downs and other related activities.
• Performs strength power speed agility movement and recovery programs and activities while maintaining an exciting high-energy atmosphere for our clients.
• Builds relationships with colleagues sports coaches and athletes.
• Tracks and reports results of client progress.
• Maintains a safe environment by scaling movements and weights appropriately to avoid injuries.
• Maintains cleanliness of work environment before and after individual and group classes.
• Adapts behavior to the specific client population including but not limited to: respect for privacy method of introduction to the patient adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities duties and skills. Other duties may be added or this description amended at any time.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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