Adaptive Sports Program (ASP)/ Equipment Specialist

Company: Patriot Enterprises LLC
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Adaptive Sports Program (ASP)/ Logistics SpecialistThe Air Force Wounded Warrior (AFW2) Program works with the Air Force Survivor Assistance Program, Airman & Family Readiness Centers, and the Air Force Medical Service to provide concentrated non-medical care and support for combat wounded, ill and injured Airmen (and their families) as they recover and transition back to duty or into civilian life. -Adaptive Sports Program (ASP) SpecialistThe Adaptive Sports Program connects recovering Airmen to introductory, recreation, and competitive adaptive sports opportunities to enhance their recovery and overall quality of life, regardless of visible or invisible wounds. - Each sport offers a world class coaching staff, adaptable equipment, virtual training, nutrition plans and active links that connect Airmen to community-based sports programs. - After attending an adaptive sports training event (virtually or in-person), recovering Airmen are offered participation in Developmental Tracks to support newfound sports skills and to prepare Airmen interested in competing at the DoD Warrior Games or Invictus Games.Job Duties:

• Responsible for -adaptive sports equipment viability, storage, repairs, and transport -to its -destination
• Assist in providing successful adapted sports and reconditioning programs for Recovering Service Members (RSM).
• Required to drive rental vehicles transporting Airmen to events.
• Be prepared to work long hours and conduct events in a multi-sport environment to support this mission.
• Experience in serving wounded warriors, and skilled in supporting individualized reconditioning plans for Wounded Warriors participating in the development tracks of ASP.
• Assist in identifying activities in the communities for the Wounded Warrior and coordinate/connect them to the appropriate agencies to gain personal adaptive sports equipment.
• Assist in coordinating adapted sports opportunities with local community organizations.
• Identifies community resources to provide support and enhance the program.
• Promotes and supports Airmen with information about monthly activities in their local communities.Position requires up to 50% local and national travel to support the AFW2 mission.Required Skills/Qualifications
  • Competence with database management and other administrative skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft office products.
  • Ability to work at the Headquarters Program level.
  • Ability to manage multiple activity schedules simultaneously.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with Recovering Service Members and make the appropriate registrations and travel arrangements for their participation in all events.
  • Demonstrated quality communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.Proven capability to lead within a complex system involving individuals with diverse levels of experience, skills, and abilities.You must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Must be able to pass a background checkRequired Education Level:
    • Relevant degree in recreational therapy, sports management, exercise science, physical education and management, athletic training.OR
      Minimum of three years of real work experience in adaptive sports.Physical Requirements:The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. -All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.As a federal government contractor, all employees will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 in compliance with DoD guidelines. - All candidates applying for Patriot Enterprises LLC positions, must attest to being able to meet this requirement to be considered for employment. - -Powered by JazzHR

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