Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, Toronto Raptors - MLSE

Description

• Assist in creating and implementing strength & conditioning programs for Toronto Raptors athletes.
• Conduct performance assessments and adapt programs based on development goals, performance KPIs, and injury status/history.
• Utilize performance-testing and performance-monitoring technologies effectively.
• Implement sport and athlete-specific conditioning and reconditioning interventions.
• Collaborate with Sports Science and Analytics staff to guide applied protocols.
• Work with medical staff (including senior leadership, physiotherapists, athletic therapists, and massage therapists) to deliver player health operations and assist with return-to-play and performance rehabilitation.
• Collaborate with coaches, front office, and team operations staff to enhance team performance and player success.

Note: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and experience. We invite you to please share this with us in the "Message to the Hiring Manager" section of our online application.

• University degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Kinetics, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of post-graduate experience working with athletes in a performance capacity, including basketball experience and direct involvement in creating and individualizing strength & conditioning programs.
• CSCS certification (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist) maintained and in good standing. RSCC certification (Registered Strength & Conditioning Coach) is preferred.
• Additional licenses or experience in rehabilitation (e.g., physiotherapy, athletic therapy) and familiarity with sports injuries..
• Experience in a multidisciplinary/multiple-stakeholder environment with strong communication skills.
• Experience with athlete assessments and constructing comprehensive needs analyses.
• Familiarity with performance-based technologies (e.g., AMS/program management software, heart rate monitoring, force plates, LPS such as Kinexon, isometric/MVC testing such as KangaTech, etc.).
• Valid CPR/BLS first responder certification.
• Full availability for games, practices, and team obligations, including intensive travel.

Apply by: May 23rd, 2024

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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