What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Athletic Trainer position at AV ALTA FC?
Company Description
AV ALTA FC is a franchise in the United Soccer League. Based in the Antelope Valley, a growing community of over 500,000 residents and a hub for youth soccer, the club will play at the renovated Lancaster Municipal Stadium, transformed into a 5,300-seat, soccer-specific venue. AV ALTA FC will be the fourth professional soccer-specific stadium in Southern California. The club’s mission is to foster opportunity and community pride for residents across the Antelope Valley.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Head Athletic Trainer based in Lancaster, CA. The Head Athletic Trainer will oversee the health and fitness of players, manage injury prevention programs, lead rehabilitation plans, and develop strength and conditioning routines. Responsibilities include performing assessments, administering treatment protocols, and collaborating with coaching and medical staff to ensure athletes’ optimal performance and well-being. The Head Athletic Trainer will also manage prevention measures to support team-wide physical health and recovery.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in Injury Prevention and Prevention techniques to ensure player safety and mitigate risk.
- Strong skills in Athletic Training and Rehabilitation to support players’ recovery and return to play.
- Experience in Strength & Conditioning programs to enhance athletic performance.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, on-site environment in a collaborative team setting.
- Certification as an Athletic Trainer (ATC) and a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Experience working with soccer athletes is a significant advantage.