Bishop's University Athletics

 DESCRIPTION 

• Independent consultant;
• Performs the functions of a physiotherapist according to their professional abilities;
• Mainly orthopedic clientele ranging from students, faculty, staff and community members;
• At BU, part of a multidisciplinary team comprised of Athletic Therapists, Osteopath and Massage Therapist optimizing patient care and services. At BCS, working in conjunction with an Athletic Therapist and nurses
• This position is ideal for newly graduated physiotherapists looking to gain experience in a private sports medicine environment.

REQUIREMENTS 

• Member in good standing with OPPQ;
• Experience working with orthopedic injuries required;
• Working with an already established patient base and motivated to further grow their clientele;
• English required; French considered an asset;
• Knowledge of ClinicMaster considered an asset;
• Interest in working in a multidisciplinary environment.

SCHEDULE 

• Maternity leave replacement, with possibility of continuing at BU afterwards
• Approximately 40 hours split between BU and BCS
• To be determined according to the availability of the physiotherapist and the needs of the clinic;
• Start date: May 2023 – April 2024

Please submit your CV to sportsmedclinic@ubishops.ca - We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. 

Position Summary: 

The Bishop's Summer Day Camp provides cooperative games, crafts, swimming science, theatre, sports, and cultural activities to children between the ages of 5 and 14 years old. Summer Camp Animators are responsible for an assigned age group during the 8-week program. Duties include monitoring meals, overseeing transitions to and from scheduled events and lessons, and facilitating and participating in group activities. This position involves a high degree of customer interaction, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work within a team. 

Nature of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop engaging recreational activities for children and adult campers;
• Lead small or large groups on crafts, swimming, educational, and other various other camp programs;
• Monitor campers to identify and respond to unruly behavior or deviations from camp guidelines;
• Maintain accurate record of camp activities and data such as attendance logs and incident reports;
• Implement policies for the safety of campers, equipment, and personal property;
• Act as a role model for campers in activities that require cleanliness, punctuality, and sportsmanship;
• Administer emergency safety procedures such as CPR and first aid as may be required;
• Collaborate with camp staff to develop and execute plans for daily activities;
• Establish camp regulations and guidelines necessary to maintain order within camp premises;
• Conduct inspections to ensure the camp environment is clean and free of hazard;
• Lead campers in fire drills, as well as teach them emergency procedures;
• Mediate disputes or conflicts between campers to ensure a peaceful environment;
• Participate in singing, storytelling, and sporting activities;
• Mentor and tutor children on academic/social topics such as behavior management, reading, peer pressure.

Qualifications:

• At least 1-2 years of experience with childcare, teaching, or camp counseling required
• DAFA Certified (can be offered by the Camp)
• Must pass a Police Background Check
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED
• Fluent in both French and English (written, spoken, read)

Please submit your CV to camps@ubishops.ca - We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. 

Position Summary: Group Fitness Instructors lead members, in a group environment, through safe and effective fitness classes. This position is responsible for providing group exercise fitness instruction and supervision in a variety of formats. Candidates must be able to instruct multiple fitness levels and ensure the safety of all patrons in the class. The instructor will serve as a resource to educate members on various aspects of fitness and wellness and are responsible in ensuring the safety of the members 

Nature of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans and leads exercise/activity sessions in one or more assigned fitness areas;
• Sets up and monitors class equipment, and ensures its return in serviceable condition;
• Advises participants on program and class procedures and policies, as appropriate;
• Distributes handouts and/or class evaluations, if appropriate, and answers questions from participants after each session; assists in performing follow-up and communication with participants, as required;
• Tracks progress of clients; maintains client files as appropriate;
• Ensures that safety and injury prevention policies and procedures are adhered to by participants; reports accidents and prepares accident reports, as required;
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned;
• Actively marketing and promoting other group fitness classes and programs;
• Act in a professional manner by upholding SRWC policy when involved in conflict management with patrons, students, and staff.

Qualifications:

• Ability to conduct safe and effective classes
• Prior experience teaching/leading group classes is preferred
• Able to work a minimum number of hours/week (recommended 2 classes) on a set schedule
• Knowledge of strength training and cardiovascular exercise
• Good communication skills
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED
• Fluent in both French and English (written, spoken, read)

Please submit your CV to recreation@ubishops.ca - We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. 

Bishop’s University Athletics & Recreation – Special Service Project Intern

• Number of student(s): 4-5
• Prerequisite(s): Must have completed one (1) full year in the Sports Studies program at Bishop’s. Bilingualism is an asset; however, it is not a requirement. 
• Number of credits: 3 

Main Tasks and Projects

The student(s) will be assigned with developing a business proposal that explores the opportunity of adding a new High Performance Training Facility in the John H. Price Sports Centre. The incumbent will work closely with the Recreation Coordinator to develop a feasibility report identifying a number of fields: 

• Facility & Equipment Analysis and Design
  • Work with Bishop’s University staff to review the existing space and possible site design options (Head Trainer, Coaches, Other University's, B&G staff, etc.)
  • Review of existing varsity room equipment, ratings/reviews of new equipment options and companies.
  • Review of equivalent NCAA and USports varsity training facilities (speak with Head Trainers, Facility Managers, etc.)
• Budget and Fundraising Plan
  • Determine total project costs: Site preparation, construction/architectural fees, purchase of new equipment, including re-purchasing plan and facility upkeep, cost of staffing new space, etc. 
  • Identify new revenue streams for the Department (membership opportunities), and fundraising opportunities (donors, naming rights, etc.)
• 3-year implementation plan
• Develop a three-year implementation plan

Learning Outcomes

The student(s) in this position will gain valuable hands-on experience working in the Department of Athletics and Recreation at Bishop’s University.  This will provide personal growth and if done well, will be an excellent line on a resume. This internship is ideal for students wishing to improve and have experience in sports centre facility management, design, budgeting, including R & D and fundraising proposal development. 

Interested in this opportunity? Please email Ryan Smith (rsmith@ubishops.ca) your CV before January 12th, 2023. 

Bishop’s University Athletics & Recreation – Digital Media & Content Creation Intern  

• Number of student(s): 1-2
• Prerequisite(s): Must have completed one (1) full year in the Sports Studies program at Bishop’s. Bilingualism is an asset; however, it is not a requirement.   
• Number of credits: 3  

 Main Tasks and Projects 

The student will be assigned with managing the new Sports Centre Instagram and Facebook social media channels, including the management of information on the www.buy.gaiter.ca and www.gaiters.ca website. The incumbent will work closely with the Recreation Coordinator to develop a social media and content management strategy, including generating campaign ideas and reviewing analytics to gauge the success of the campaigns. This includes working with the Intramural intern to promote all intramural-related content.   

Learning Outcomes 

The student in this position will gain valuable hands-on experience working in the Department of Athletics and Recreation at Bishop’s University.  This will provide personal growth and if done well, will be an excellent line on a resume. This internship is ideal for students wishing to improve and have experience in marketing and web communications. This internship will also require the student to learn and use a variety of photo and video editing software’s. In addition, this position will also require the student to work with several of the Office 365 applications, including Innosoft Fusion (recreation management software), giving them hands-on experience in using them in a work environment. They will work closely with the department to find best practices moving forward. Professionalism is key and the intern will learn to work and make decisions in a fast-paced environment. They will work with the department to find strategies to increase traffic to the Sports Centre social media channels and participation in recreation and intramural programs.  

Interested in this opportunity? Please email Ryan Smith (rsmith@ubishops.ca) your CV before January 12th, 2023. 

Position Summary: All referees are responsible for officiating league games in a respectful, courteous, and professional manner while providing a fun and safe environment for all Intramural participants. Referees will implement established Intramural sport-specific rules to the best of their abilities. Referees report directly to the Intramural Coordinator and Intramural Supervisor(s) where necessary. This position involves a high degree of customer interaction, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work within a team. This role requires flexible scheduling including days/evenings and weekends. 

Nature of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Officiate all games assigned by the Intramural Coordinator and/or Intramural Supervisor;
• Ensure games start and end on time, including the verification of participant eligibility;
• Referee fair and consistent games to the best of your ability;
• Maintain a positive attitude around participants and peers;
• Complete appropriate incident/accident reports when necessary prior to leaving the facility;
• Immediately report major incidents/accidents to the Intramural Coordinator and/or Intramural Supervisor;
• Stay and officiate a friendly match in the event of a forfeit, as long as the minimum number of participants is present;
• Assist with pre and post-game logistics and administrative functions;
• Assist with preparation and inspection of the game site;
• Attend required training sessions and demonstrate proficiency in understanding of rules and officiating.

Qualifications:

• Excellent knowledge of rules, usually acquired through experience officiating or participation
• Recognized Referee Certification an asset
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflicts
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED
• Fluent in both French and English

Please submit your CV to intramurals@ubishops.ca - We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.