The Place: Maccabi Sports Camp is an overnight specialty camp with programs in soccer, basketball, baseball, tennis, volleyball and swim, for children entering grades 3-11. Our sessions combine high-level specialized sports instruction with the fun, friendship, and community of a traditional overnight camp. Our camp is both an intensive sports and Jewish experience and is open to campers of all backgrounds and faiths. For more information, visit our website at: www.maccabisportscamp.org. Dates of Camp: Sunday, June 9, 2024 – Monday, July 29, 2024Pay Range: $4,000 - $5,000 stipend for camp session (6/9-7/29) housing and meals provided on site potential travel stipendThe Job: Are you a certified athletic trainer looking for an opportunity to work at an engaging summer camp with youth and teens? If so, this this might be the job for you! As the Athletic Trainer you will be a key member of the Medical Team at camp, working in conjunction with the Camp Nurse to run the Health Center and treat the needs of our campers. The most common ailments and injuries include: allergies, colds, coughs, sore throats, stomach pains, sprains, strains, muscle soreness, cuts, bruises, cramps, and fractures. As the Athletic Trainer you are expected to primarily handle the sports-related injuries but may also need to assist with other minor medical situations. Campers with serious ailments/injuries are transported to the local urgent care facility or hospital by camp staff. Our campers range in age from 8 to 16 years old. The Athletic Trainer should be experienced in working with children and excited about the opportunity to work in a summer camp environment.This position requires you to live on campus and reside in the dorms alongside the campers. This is a seasonal, temporary position. Food, lodging, camp gear, comprehensive staff training, and days off are included as part of the compensation package.The Core Duties:

• Serve as the lead professional in treating sports-related injuries
• Provide training to Head Coaches, Assistant Coaches and other staff members on prevention and treatment of sports-related injuries in young athletes
• Work in tandem with the Camp Nurse in managing the day-to-day operations of the camp Health Center
• Chaperone, as necessary, trips to local hospital or urgent care facility for more serious injuries and ailments
• Administer preventative measures like taping and be present for campers who need treatment after sports periods
• Provide training to staff and campers on injury prevention and other topics as necessary

• Board Certified Athletic Trainer with 2-3 years experience
• Experience working with children and young athletes 
• Enthusiastic, compassionate, patient, and hard working
• Ability to work as both part of a team and independently
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to drive campers, as needed, to off-site medical facilities
• Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certified (training to be provided during camp)
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Ability to communicate information clearly (written and oral).