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Job DescriptionAbout Us Synergy Nutrition and Wellness is a rapidly growing integrative wellness center dedicated to whole-person health and root-cause healing. We blend eastern and western modalities, functional muscle testing, and family practice medical services to help individuals and families achieve long-term, sustainable wellness. Our team is collaborative, mission-driven, and passionate about creating a welcoming experience rooted in education, empowerment, and holistic healing. Position Overview We are hiring a motivated and wellness-aligned Medical Assistant to support our busy holistic medical practice. This is a temporary maternity leave position, with strong potential for continued employment and advancement into other roles within the company. Possible future opportunities include: • Front Desk, • Ordering & Inventory, • Patient Coordination, • Wellness Support Roles If you are a self-starter with strong customer service skills who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, we want to meet you. Responsibilities (Immediate Medical Assistant Role) • Assist practitioners with patient care using traditional and holistic modalities, • Address and manage provider messages in Praxis, • Create new patient charts, ensuring accurate documentation and labeling, • Copy daily schedules from MindBody into Praxis, including provider notes, • Scan and upload physical medical records into the appropriate charts, • Sort PraxDocs with accurate service and collection dates, • Request medical records from outside facilities as needed, • Manage incoming and outgoing faxes, • Create patient charts for HBOT clearance requests and attach documentation, • Schedule patients per provider request, • Handle medical-related calls from pharmacies, labs, insurance companies, and medical offices, • Process medication and supplement script requests, imaging orders, and medical/surgical clearances, • Assist with prior authorizations and appeals, • Submit Boston Heart inquiries as directed, • Assist with EKGs, vitals, and Alpha-Stim devices, • Provide scribing support when necessary, • Assist patients during checkout, schedule follow-up visits, and support supplement purchases Qualifications • Medical Assistant experience preferred but not required for the right candidate, • Experience with Praxis preferred but not required, • Strong computer skills; familiarity with Google Workspace, • Interest in holistic wellness, functional medicine, and integrative healthcare, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Positive, dependable, and team-oriented, • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, • Quick learner with high adaptability, • Customer service mindset is essential Ideal Candidate • Wellness-minded and open to holistic health approaches, • A supportive and collaborative team player, • Thrives in a learning-focused environment, • Empathetic, professional, and patient-centered, • Proactive and able to take initiative What We Offer • Opportunities for advancement across multiple departments, • Supportive and collaborative team culture, • Exposure to both eastern and western medical practices, • Competitive pay and company discounts How to Apply Please submit your resume and three references to: Open Interviews Thursday, 12/11/25 & 12/16/25 9:00 am–11:00 am 6622 Main Street, Suite 7, Williamsville, NY No appointment required.

Job Description SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION: Establishes, administers, and directs the Assertive Community Treatment team, a self-contained clinical team which assumes responsibility for directly providing needed treatment, rehabilitation and support services to identified clients with severe and persistent mental illness; supervises and evaluates the multidisciplinary team in conjunction with appropriate psychiatric support to ensure service excellence and courteous, helpful, and respectful services to program clients; and functions as a practicing clinician on the team. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Knowledge and demonstration of agency core values in day-to-day activities and ACT Fidelity., • Assist in directing the day-to-day clinical operations of the ACT team including scheduling staff work hours to assure appropriate coverage for day, evening, weekend and holiday shifts and on-call hours; lead the daily organizational staff meetings and treatment planning meetings; continuously evaluate the status of clients and do appropriate planning and coordination of treatment activities to ensure immediate attention to their changing needs., • Assist in directing and coordinating the client admission process and treatment, rehabilitation, and support services of the program in coordination with the psychiatrist. Schedule the admission interview, develop and coordinate the initial assessment and initial treatment plan; assign the most appropriate staff to the individual; and provides clinical supervision of the development of the comprehensive assessment and the treatment plan for each client., • Assist in direct and coordinate, for each client, the comprehensive assessment of psychiatric history (e.g., onset, course and effect of illness, past treatment and responses, and risk behaviors). Mental status, and diagnosis, physical health and dental health; use of drugs or alcohol; education and employment, social development and functioning; activities of daily living (e.g., self-care, living situation, nutrition, money management) self assessment and family structure and relationships., • Participate in staff recruitment, interviewing, hiring, training, work assignments and orientation and performance supervision according to work rules, regulations, and policies; develop and implement staff orientation, training and evaluation of work performance., • Assist in the supervision of medical records management, assuring maintenance of the medical record in compliance with OMH regulations, corporation policies, Medicaid, and other third-party payment requirements. Train staff on medical record requirements; regularly review client assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes written by the staff; and supervise individual staff for medical records mastery., • Carry out and document quality-assurance activities and review of use of program services., • Assist in the development and maintaining program policies and procedures and revise as necessary., • Assure fidelity to the ACT model., • Initiate and maintain relationships, in coordination with other staff, with law enforcement and other health and human services agencies, and with informal community resources (i.e., landlords, employers)., • Conduct clinical assessments and provide direct clinical treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to clients., • Perform on-call duty for crisis intervention and for staff supervision and consultation., • Perform coverage duties for Erie County ACT as requested by the team leader and our executive leadership team. This includes but is not limited to supervision, county meetings, ACT monthly meetings, staff recruitment/training, consulting with team leaders on high-risk cases and any additional duties as assigned., • Track, monitor and ensure all required documentation and team training is completed within regulatory and company policy timeframes., • Assist in the oversight and supervision of day-to-day operations and team functionality by the direction of the team leader and executive leadership staff., • Retrain staff that may be struggling with compliance issues., • Participant with internal auditing, as well as the development and implementation of workflows., • Attend community-based treatment meetings which include discharge planning, SPOA, clinical team meetings, ACT intakes, etc. SKILLS/COMPETENCIES: • Strong clinical skills and experience providing treatment to persons with severe and persistent mental illness., • Excellent interpersonal skills including ability to effectively communicate, negotiate, persuade and instruct, • Exceptional judgment and decision-making skills, • Demonstrate a clear understanding of the characteristics and problems of adults with severe and persistent mental illness and be knowledgeable and the ACT model, • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of effective supervisory and program management practices and principles., • Excellent written and oral skills communicating in English, • Development and implementation of programs., • Master’s degree in nursing, Social Work, Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Mental Health Counseling or Psychology, or is a psychiatrist or nurse practitioner., • Minimum of five (5) years of experience, of which at least two (1) are in a supervisory position, experience in health, behavioral health or human services, which assures sufficient knowledge and experience applicable to this position., • Experience with a multidisciplinary mobile team would be helpful. OTHER: • Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record and possess a personal vehicle for job requirements.

Job Description Agency Profile: Spectrum Health & Human Services respectfully partners with adults, children and families as they recover from behavioral, emotional, mental health and/or substance related disorders by offering individualized and meaningful opportunities of hope, empowerment and support to achieve self-defined improvements in their quality of life. Full-time: 2040 Seneca Street, Buffalo, NY SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION: This member of the ACT multidisciplinary team has training in one of the mental health professions (i.e. Nursing, social work, rehabilitation counseling or psychology) and clinical skill and experience to assess plan, develop, coordinate, and provide treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to program clients with severe and persistent mental illnesses and substance abuse disorders under the clinical supervision of the team leader and the psychiatrist. The member functions as a clinical member of the multidisciplinary team and provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services or may be designated by the team leader to function as the lead mental health and/or substance use specialist. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Knowledge and demonstration of agency core values in day-to-day activities, • Knowledge of working with individuals transitioning from jail/forensic/institutional settings., • Provide case management for clients including coordinating and monitoring the activities of the individual treatment team; assume primary responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating and revising overall treatment goals and plans in conjunction with the treatment team; provide individual supportive therapy and symptom management, ensuring immediate changes are made in the treatment plans as clients’ needs change; education and support clients’ families and advocate for clients’ rights and preferences., • Conduct comprehensive assessment for psychiatric history (i.e.; onset, course and effect of illness; past treatment and responses; and risk behaviors)’ mental status, and diagnosis; physical health and dental health’ use of drugs, or alcohol; education and employment; social development and functioning; activities of daily living (e.g., self-care, living situations, nutrition, money management); and family structure and relationships., • Act as liaison and consult with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the treatment process., • Document client progress to maintain a permanent record of client activity according to established methods and procedures., • Ability to provide substance use therapy utilizing evidenced-based therapy interventions which include psychoeducation and information related to treatment, harm reduction techniques and medication assisted treatment options., • Provide treatment, rehabilitation, and support services; with some interventions directed or performed by staff with specialty training and skills (e.g., vocational specialists)., • Ability to provide family psycho educational services and assist with integrating family goals and services for all clients with other team members., • Take the lead role and participate in providing Substance use treatment services, which includes IDDT group/individual therapy, relapse prevention planning, harm reduction, referrals/linkage to detox/inpatient/community referrals etc., • Demonstrate a clear understanding of the characteristics and problems of adults with severe and persistent mental illness and substance abuse disorders and be knowledgeable about the ACT model., • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of effective clinical practices and principles., • Knowledge in working with a population of people transitioning from jail/forensic setting., • Demonstrate knowledge and experience in assessment, diagnosis, co-occurring disorders, and substance abuse or dependency., • Excellent written and oral skills communicating in English, • Must have ACT training within six (6) months of hire, • Master’s or doctoral Degrees in Nursing, Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, or Psychology are eligible as are Registered Occupational therapists., • Must be licensed to practice in the state in which the program is operating., • Training from ACT Institute within 6 months of hire, • Minimum of three (3) years of post-secondary school education working in the field of behavioral health treatment; especially with an emphasis on the Co-occurring population and working with individuals in a forensic setting, including internships and other supervised practical experiences in a clinical or rehabilitation setting with persons with severe and persistent mental illness., • 1 year of providing substance use disorder treatment in an outpatient, inpatient or community-based setting., • Experience integrating dual-recovery treatment in collaboration with clinical team members., • Must possess the ability to provide and coordinates assessment, treatment, planning, and services for substance use based on the needs of the individual.

Job Description Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student centered learning. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life, civic engagement, and on instilling and understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey. Students are encouraged to be creative, innovative, ethically minded leaders for an ever-changing, diverse, and interconnected world. The Mission of Daemen University is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly diverse and complex world through the integration of education and professional preparation. Daemen University is going beyond instrumental needs to foster the development of individuals who are dedicated to the health and well-being of local and global communities. Purpose of Role PH 512 Public Health Nutrition This 3-credit online course will examine the relationship between food systems, nutrition, and public health. The first half of the course focuses on today's public health crises related to the food environment, agriculture, diet-related chronic diseases, food insecurity, and food and nutrition population approaches to obesity and cardiovascular disease. The second half of the course focuses on nutritional epidemiology, plant-based nutrition, food as medicine interventions, institutional food procurement programs to address population-level health, and food and nutrition-focused grant writing. This is an elective course within the Master of Public Health Program at Daemen University. About This Opportunity Joining our Master of Public Health team, the Adjunct Instructor will be responsible for the following: The Public Health Department seeks an adjunct faculty member who is qualified to teach a course in public health nutrition. Specifically, the applicant should be able to teach nutrition related content with application to Master of Public Health program graduate students. The course is fully online, so proficiency in online synchronous and asynchronous instruction is preferred. Required Qualifications Candidates will hold a MS degree or higher in nutrition or another related discipline, with a demonstrated expertise and interest in public health education. Significant public health work, graduate teaching experience, and involvement in community and/or global health activities are preferred. For consideration please submit resume and cover letter and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be reviewed until the appropriate candidate is identified. To learn more about the department, visit For questions please contact: Brian Wrotniak, PhD at . Daemen University strongly encourages all campus community members to get vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster vaccine. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description Evergreen Health At Evergreen and our affiliates, we value collaborative, down-to-earth individuals and encourage self-expression. We recognize that our diverse workforce allows us to provide culturally competent care to everyone in our community. The Community Health Educator will play a vital role in a community-based public health project aimed at reducing the prevalence and impact of hypertension. This position involves developing, implementing, and evaluating health education programs that promote awareness, prevention, early detection, and effective management of hypertension, especially among high-risk populations. As part of the essential functions of this role, The Community Health Educator: • Conducts outreach to raise awareness about hypertension and cardiovascular disease, • Assists with the development of the annual outreach plan, which includes face-to-face and social media strategies, goals, and objectives for reaching the target population, • Facilitates community outreach efforts to identify and engage individuals at risk for or currently managing hypertension, through collaboration with local clinics, community centers, faith-based organizations & other stakeholders, • Assists with production of promotional items, brochures, fliers and other program literature that support and enhance outreach strategies, • Collects and supports client collection of necessary data to monitor health goals and outcomes for each client, including but not limited to blood pressure readings, medication adherence and behavior change metrics, • Provides interventions and education to increase adherence to medications, nutrition care, and medical appointments Qualified candidate will have a High School diploma or equivalent, Experience in community health education or outreach, preferably with a focus on chronic disease prevention; Knowledge of cardiovascular health education preferred; awareness of and sensitivity to the issues and health disparities faced by underserved populations is essential Job type: Full-time Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Experience: Experience in community health education or outreach, preferably with a focus on chronic disease prevention What Evergreen Health Offers You: • Multiple comprehensive medical health insurance plans for you to choose from, • Dental and Vision coverage at no cost to you, • Paid Time Off package that equals 4 weeks of time in your first year, • 403b with a generous company match, • Paid parking or monthly metro pass, • Professional development opportunities, • Paid lunch breaks

Job Description Overview Catholic Charities is seeking a full-time WIC Qualified Nutritionist in Erie County. The Qualified Nutritionist works cooperatively with all staff to ensure smooth and efficient clinic flow. Administers the nutrition related components of the WIC Program, following the policies and procedures of the NYS Department of Health WIC Program Manual. Determines participant medical and nutritional eligibility. Catholic Charities is non-profit human services agency that strives to empower individuals, children, and families across the eight counties of Western New York. For more than 100 years, Catholic Charities of Buffalo has provided HOPE to individuals and families of all faiths, backgrounds, and circumstances. As the most comprehensive provider of human services in Western New York, Catholic Charities delivers wide-ranging programs to address systemic poverty, sudden financial crisis, hunger, behavioral health, workforce readiness, family stability, legal immigration and resettlement, and help for older adults. As a trauma-informed agency, we strive to support the total wellbeing of clients and employees. Catholic Charities prioritizes wellness and diversity through various committees such as: CARE (Compassion, Acceptance, Respect for Everyone) Committee to create an inclusive environment where every individual feels seen, heard, and valued; Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) Committee to lead agency efforts in creating and maintaining a trauma-informed workplace; Wellbeing Committee to empower staff to reach their full potential through personal wellness and community support; and the Safety Committee to maintain a physically and psychologically safe and welcoming environment for all. Job Responsibilities * Provide Participant Centered Nutrition Services (PCNS) by phone or in person. * May conduct all duties of the Competent Professional Authority (CPA), Nutrition Assistant (NA) and Program Support Staff. * Assist participant with WIC Health online nutrition education. * Enroll participants by completing a nutritional assessment, program eligibility and determine nutrition risk. * Prescribe, tailor, authorize, issue, and reissue all food packages. Document nutrition services provided, including referrals and follow-up. * Review and approve formula requests requiring medical documentation in consultation with the Health Care Provider. * Conducts nutrition risk assessment to determine all nutrition risk criteria and program eligibility. * Coordinate nutrition education, including breastfeeding promotion and support that is responsive to the identified needs/ interests of each high-risk participant. * Conducts breastfeeding assessments and provides counseling in regard to any breastfeeding concern or issues. Refer to Designated Breastfeeding Expert as needed. * Refers participants to other health-related and social services, as necessary. * Tracks high- risk participants' progress in improving their health and document for outcomes. * Ensure the efficient flow of the assessment and education processes. * Complete required Catholic Charities, WIC and DOH trainings. * Maintain continuing education credits as required by position. * Comply with the Agency's Compliance Program, Code of Ethics, laws, regulations, and ethical standards applicable to your position in the WIC program and Catholic Charities. * Provides leadership and assist in orienting, training and mentoring new Local Agency staff. * Provides oversight and guidance to the CPA and NA staff. * Travels to all sites, transports laptops, computers and other equipment to sites. * May have to lift up to 30lbs. * Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Registered Dietician Nutritionist (RD/RDN) OR * Bachelors, master's or PhD in Nutrition * Basic computer skills * Must have reliable transportation, with the ability to travel to other WIC sites and transport equipment (sometimes in the middle of workday) such as laptops, printers, medical equipment, nutrition materials and scanners. What We Offer * 37.50 hours per week * 13 paid holidays * 25 PTO days per year (Pro-rated based on first year start date) * Comprehensive health, dental & vision offerings for full-time * Employer-paid life insurance for full-time * Ancillary benefit offerings for full-time * Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option for full-time * Health Savings Account (HSA) when electing a high-deductible health plan for full-time * Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * 403b Retirement Plan (Eligible after first pay period) with employer contribution after six months * Training & Development Opportunities Applicants must reside in New York State to be considered. Compensation range may vary based on factors including but not limited to skills, education, location and experience. Apply today at: As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Catholic Charities of Buffalo is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Catholic Charities of Buffalo will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the business. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact . Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description Registered Dietitian Rate: $28.00 - $30.00/hr. (depending on experience) Shift: Full-Time Garden Gate Health Care Facility, part of The McGuire Group is currently seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Dietitian (RD) to support the nutritional needs of residents in our skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. Key Responsibilities: * Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments for new and current residents * Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans * Collaborate with nursing, dietary, and medical teams to ensure optimal nutrition * Monitor weight trends, food intake, and lab values to adjust plans as needed * Provide nutrition education and counseling to residents, families, and staff * Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations Requirements: * Current Registered Dietitian (RD) credential by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) * Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field * New York State certification (or eligibility) as a Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist (CDN) * Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred * Strong communication and assessment skills Preferred Keywords for AI Screening: Registered Dietitian, RD, Nutritionist, Clinical Nutrition, Long Term Care, Skilled Nursing Facility, LTC, SNF, MDS, Nutrition Therapy, Dietary Services, Food Service Management, Healthcare Nutrition, CDN, Patient Care Planning Benefits: * Competitive pay * Medical, dental, and vision insurance * 401(k) with employer contribution * Opportunities for professional development * Supportive interdisciplinary team environment Ready to grow your career and make an impact? Apply today! We welcome dietitians passionate about resident care and clinical excellence.

Job Description Allara is a comprehensive women's health provider that specializes in expert, longitudinal care that supports women through every life stage. Trusted by over 40,000 women nationwide, Allara makes expert healthcare accessible by connecting patients with multidisciplinary care teams that have a deep understanding of hormonal, metabolic, and reproductive care. Allara provides ongoing support for hormonal conditions like PCOS, chronic conditions like insulin resistance, and life stages like perimenopause, helping patients see improved health outcomes. As one of the fastest-growing women's health platforms in the U.S., Allara is bridging long-overlooked gaps in healthcare for women. The Opportunity We're seeking Registered Dietitians to help provide full-time comprehensive, empathetic, and collaborative care to women with complex conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, perimenopause, and menopause, thyroid disease, metabolic syndrome, hormonal imbalances, and more. Location: Fully remote within the U.S. Your Impact • Analyze intake assessments, including medical history, dietary habits, laboratory results, and more., • Conduct diet and lifestyle counseling and education sessions via video, including offering general movement, sleep, or stress management advice as needed and related to nutrition care., • Employ Allara's provided nutrition training and educational materials to ensure consistent care while adapting to patient needs., • Incorporate motivational interviewing and behavior change techniques throughout the continuity of care., • Collaborate with APRNs and MDs involved in the medical management of your patients., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records., • Required Certification: Registered Dietitian with current certification from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)., • Required Experience: 1-year experience treating patients with complex women's health conditions (strongly desired)., • Independence: Ability to operate effectively as an independent provider., • Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication with a focus on clarity and compassion., • Webside Manner: Strong ability to connect with patients virtually and provide empathetic care., • Commitment to Evidence-Based Care: Dedication to delivering treatments grounded in the latest research., • Technical Proficiency: Skilled in navigating multiple computer screens and proficient in tools such as EMR, text expanders, Gmail, Google Calendar, Zoom, and scheduling platforms., • Telemedicine: Experience is a plus!, • Location: Must reside in the United States, • State Licensing Requirements: An active state license to practice as a Registered Dietitian in at least one of the following state: What Allara Offers • Annual base salary range: $65,000, and can increase up to $105,000 through our incentive compensation program., • Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, • Future Planning: 401(k) plan, • PTO: Annual vacation, sick, and holidays, • Fully Remote Role: Work from anywhere in the US., • Malpractice Insurance: Comprehensive coverage provided., • Mission-Driven Impact: Join us in transforming healthcare for women, making a meaningful difference every day., • Collaborative Community: Engage with and learn from a network of dedicated Allara providers.

Job Description Are you a dedicated and motivated personal trainer looking to make a significant impact on individuals' lives? We are actively seeking exceptional trainers to join our team and deliver personalized fitness experiences in the comfort of our clients' homes. Join us and be a part of a dynamic community that values your expertise, provides flexibility, and supports your professional growth. Join Our Team of Elite In-Home Personal Trainers - Empower Lives through Fitness! BENEFITS/PERKS • Work-life balance: Design your own schedule and choose the clients you prefer to work with., • Freedom to succeed: No non-compete agreements, giving you the flexibility to work where and when you want., • Competitive rates: Earn $25 to $45 per hour, rewarding your skills and dedication., • Bonuses and rewards: Enjoy retention bonuses, client referral bonuses, and trainer referral bonuses., • Liability insurance: Your safety and peace of mind are our priority, with comprehensive coverage through the Svetness General Liability policy., • Customer support team: Focus 100% on your clients' goals while our dedicated concierge handles client requests and scheduling changes., • Education and growth: Access free ongoing education resources, including live education webinars, and receive ongoing manager support to elevate your expertise., • Fitness equipment discounts: Enjoy a 30% discount on fitness equipment to enhance your training programs., • Partner programs: Access to discounts to your favorite lifestyle brands (Meal Prep, Supplements, etc), • Warm client base: We bring clients directly to you, eliminating the need for selling or marketing efforts. The Certified Personal Trainer will be responsible for providing one-on-one and couples personalized fitness instruction in person to clients at their home, apartment gym or outside while encouraging them to reach their fitness goals. Responsibilities are as follows: • Customize client workout programs developed from the Initial Assessment, • Utilize the Svetness Fitness App for all client sessions, including programming & session notes, • Demonstrate each exercise and ensure client is performing correctly with or without modifications, • Conduct client Reassessments every 4-6 weeks, • Maintain client session appointments through Svetness scheduling software, • Able to provide a flexible schedule to accommodate client appointments, • Certified Personal Trainer: Accredited by NCCA, DEAC, or NBFE., • CPR/AED Certification: Ensure clients' safety with up-to-date CPR/AED training., • Education and experience: High school diploma or GED equivalent and 1-3 years of personal training experience., • Strong communication skills: Effectively communicate verbally, in writing, and technically., • Knowledgeable in nutrition: Possess a basic understanding of nutrition and healthy living practices., • Fitness expertise: Familiarity with a variety of exercise equipment and personal training methods., • Physical ability: Capable of lifting, pushing, pulling up to 50 lbs. and performing athletic calisthenics duties., • Requirements for this position include the possession of personal basic training equipment to effectively assist clients in achieving their goals. It is important to note that clients may not always have access to the necessary equipment.

Job Description Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student centered learning. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life, civic engagement, and on instilling and understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey. Students are encouraged to be creative, innovative, ethically minded leaders for an ever-changing, diverse, and interconnected world. The Mission of Daemen University is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly diverse and complex world through the integration of education and professional preparation. Daemen University is going beyond instrumental needs to foster the development of individuals who are dedicated to the health and well-being of local and global communities. Purpose of Role Under the supervision of the Asst AD for Sports Medicine & Performance provide athletic training services as part of the sports medicine team to the Daemen intercollegiate athletic teams and or club sports (as needed) under the direction of and collaboration with the designated Team Physician(s) and other qualified medical personnel. About This Opportunity Joining our Athletics team, the Assistant Athletic Trainer will be responsible for the following: Specific Tasks/Duties performed: • Provide athletic training services for the University's Division of Athletics, included but not limited to: prevention, recognition, clinical evaluation and diagnosis, immediate care, treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries., • Coordinate with the Asst AD for Sports Medicine & Performance to staff the Athletic Training Facilities and to provide athletic training services, including attendance at scheduled team practices and home and away competitions as necessary., • Requires frequent evening and weekend hours; may also necessitate early morning hours., • Team travel will be required in providing athletic training services at select away intercollegiate contests., • Assist in staffing and the day-to-day operations of the athletic training facilities., • Follow established emergency action plans for the University's athletic facilities as well as off-campus venues., • Follow and assist with enforcement of all policies/procedures as outlined within the Sports Medicine policy/procedure manual, including codes of conduct and rules of use for the athletic training facility and equipment., • Consult with Team Physician(s) for guidance on the treatment of injured student-athletes, and report on their progress., • Maintain accurate medical records on all injuries, treatment, and rehabilitation and physician referrals., • Assist with the responsibility of maintaining the athletic training room file system., • Serve as a liaison for student-athletes between physicians, strength and conditioning coaches, sport coaches, athletes, parents and other health care providers as needed., • Apply a team approach with the Asst AD for Sports Medicine & Performance, strength and conditioning coaches and sport coaches to ensure that student-athletes participate only when physically able and that any physician instructions are understood and followed., • Comply with any and all policies regarding health care delivery as indicated by the University's regulations; including the completion of University "excess insurance" claims promptly (as needed)., • Assist with the collection, maintenance and privacy of all (new and returning) student-athletes' current contact, emergency contact, health insurance, consent and health-status documents., • Assist with pre-participation exams, as needed, for prospective student-athletes., • Provide for the prevention of athletic injuries through the application of protective tapings, wraps, braces, and equipment, and assist in the design of practices to help reduce the incidence of injury., • Advise coaches and/or strength and conditioning staff of flexibility, strengthening and conditioning programs to help prevent injuries and optimize performance., • Provide immediate care of athletic injuries and refer student-athletes to emergency medical facilities when necessary., • Design and supervise rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries under the direction of the Team Physician(s) or other referring physician., • Assist in budgeting, ordering and inventory of sports medicine supplies., • Educate, counsel and advise athletes on health-related issues, including nutrition and substance abuse., • Assist with conducting institutional and or NCAA drug testing as needed., • Option to serve as a Clinical Preceptor for an Athletic Training Program and supervise athletic training students., • Complies with the organization and administration of an Exposure Control Plan for Bloodborne Pathogens in compliance with the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)., • Maintains professional credentials by engaging in professional development and satisfying continuing educational requirements set forth by the Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers and the New York State Education Department (NYSED)., • Operates the program under the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, and the ECC; understanding that an employee can be suspended for a period of time without pay or terminated if found to be involved in significant or repetitive violations of NCAA regulations;, • Perform other duties as requested by the Asst AD for Sports Medicine & Performance and/or Athletic Director. Required Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Masters degree in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Health or Human Performance or related field and one (1) year of direct clinical experience as a BOC Athletic Trainer., • -or- Bachelors degree in an appropriate area outlined above and three (3) years of direct clinical experience as a BOC Athletic Trainer., • -or- a candidate with the appropriate degree requirements and less than one (<1) year of direct clinical experience may be considered., • Strong time management, interpersonal, organizational, written and oral communication skills., • Be able to apply a 'team' approach to the delivery of student-athletic health care., • Must be able to work long periods under conditions requiring moderate physical demands., • Tolerate long periods of standing, frequent bending, stooping, walking and lifting., • Requires exposure of outdoor elements and the ability to tolerate extreme weather conditions., • Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and travel with teams when necessary., • Valid driver's license required. License must meet insurance company rules and regulation for driving underwriting criteria. Required (Professional) Credentials: • Possess and maintain Athletic Training certification through the Board of Certification (BOC) and the New York State Department of Education (NYSED). Online verifications can be conducted at:, • Must comply with NYSED requirements within 90 days of hire., • Adhere to the current BOC Standards of Professional Practice for Athletic Trainers1., • Comply with the current Athletic Training Laws, Rules & Regulations of the New York State Department of Education2., • Current certification in CPR/AED. 1Board of Certification (BOC), Standards of Professional Practice for Athletic Trainers document: . Accessed September 6, 2023 2New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, Laws, Rules & Regulations of Athletic Training: Accessed September 6, 2023 Position is full time, 10-month administrative, professional exempt and requires evening and weekend hours and travel. Total Compensation Daemen University offers a robust total compensation package that includes: • Health insurance with an option of two plans: an HSA plan with the deductible funded by employer HSA contributions, or a copay plan., • Dental insurance through the Guardian network., • Vision insurance through the Guardian network, and an option between the VSP or Davis plans., • An 8% employer contribution to the retirement savings account when employees contribute just 5%., • Fully paid long term disability insurance, guaranteed-issue life insurance for new hires up to a volume of $150,000., • Tuition waiver for full-time employees and their qualified dependents. Entrance in Tuition Exchange scholarship opportunities to pursue education at other institutions., • Generous time off for administrative and staff employees. Daemen University strongly encourages all campus community members to get vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster vaccine. Job Posted by ApplicantPro