OLDS GRIZZLYS
JOB OPENINGS
Olds Grizzlys Seeking Trainer/Athletic Therapist
2013 May 21st
The Olds Grizzlys are seeking an ambitious, career minded individual to serve as trainer and athletic therapist for their AJHL hockey team.
Duties would include but not be limited to:
- Must be available for first response and injury assessments at all games and practices.
- Plan and execute all injury prevention, rehabilitation, and assessment. In conjunction with staff and medical support staff,
- Establish and implement short term and long term injury treatment protocols
- Maintain and order medical supplies
- Record and file related documentation of injury progress reporting for all incidents
- Communicate with coaching staff on injuries and progress
- When required communicating with league officials on injury progress
- Dressing room organization and maintenance
- Order and preserve all equipment
- Skate sharpening
- Daily laundry
Athletic Therapist currently pursuing certification is required. Previous hockey experience would be considered an asset. We thank everyone for their interest, but only suitable candidates will be contacted.
Please direct resumes to:
Brett Hopfe, Head Coach coach@oldsgrizzlys.com 403.556.2600
Ryan Vander Wal, Operations Manager ryan@oldsgrizzlys.com 403.556.1121
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Did you know that it takes more than 30 volunteers at each and every Olds Grizzlys home game to ensure the smooth operation of each individual game night?
The Olds Grizzlys are always looking to expand their strong base of volunteers to fulfill various roles. If you are a motivated individual who wants to show their loyal support by becoming a Blades volunteer, here is your opportunity!
From ticket sellers to rink security or even statisticians, Grizzly volunteers have the opportunity to gain valuable experience while interacting with over 500 fans each night. Volunteers are also treated to various thank you functions throughout the season.
All it takes is a desire to get involved, a friendly attitude, and a willingness to volunteer on all game night dates including weekday and weekend games.
By giving back to the Hockey Club through volunteering you will see a side of the hockey world that very few will ever experience, come be part of the excitement!
If you are interested in becoming a Olds Grizzly volunteer, please contact the Grizzlys office at the Olds Sportsplex or phone 403-556-1121.
BILLET OPENINGS
The Olds Grizzlys are always looking for families in the local Olds area who are interested in opening their doors and give the team's players a home away from home during the season.
Without host families the hockey club would be hard pressed to succeed. These local families open up their homes allowing our players to join their families. Our billets spend a great deal of time, energy, and commitment to ensure that our players are able to live comfortably and are able to compete each night.
Since Grizzlys players range in age from 16 - 20, the billet families act as surrogate parents for the young men during hockey season while the players are away from home. Billeting can be a very exciting and rewarding experience for all those willing to open up their homes to dedicated players of the Grizzlys organization. Many families who have billeted in the past usually look back at their experience with fond memories. In fact, many families still keep in contact with their players as they move through the ranks of college and professional hockey.
The team's billeting coordinator matches each player's personality and backgrounds with quality billet homes. Furthermore, each potential billet is carefully screened and presented with our team's expectations of the billet family. Personal visits are done throughout the season to ensure that both player and billet family are meeting those expectations and guidelines.
All players are to remember that their billets are there new home away from home and are expected to follow and adhere to the general rules and guidelines set forth by the hockey club. Respect for the billet family and their household is a priority and should not be taken for granted.
To qualify as a billet, families are required to provide a player with his own room throughout the season, and provide the player with his meals. In exchange, the families receive a stipend to help pay for groceries, discounted tickets to home games, and invitations to team events.
However, in reality not every player/family match will be met with un-denying success. Sometimes chemistry and/or expectations might be lacking to continue on with the relationship in a positive manner for one or both parties. When this happens, we will make our best attempt towards making the necessary changes to ensure everyone is happy and comfortable with their arrangements.
For more information feel free to contact Jill Lawn at 403-556-1121.