Freelance Basic Life Support (BLS) Trainer

Job ID: 38587914

Budget: ₹750 – ₹1,250 INR

About the organization: Atmasantosh Foundation is a non-profit organization promoting education, health, and rural development. Our mission is to empower children from low-income communities to pursue their dreams, increase health and wellness literacy, and bridge the gap between rural and urban living standards.

About the program: The Safety and Health Instruction through Empowerment, Learning, and Demonstration (SHIELD) Program focuses on first-aid safety training for students aged 12 years and above, teachers, and school personnel in low-income schools across India. The program equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to respond effectively in emergencies, fostering a safer school environment and strengthening community health.

Job overview: Atmasantosh Foundation is seeking qualified Basic Life Support (BLS) Providers, trained and certified by the American Heart Association, to join our team as freelance trainers. As part of the SHIELD program, you will lead first-aid safety training workshops for students, teachers, and school personnel. The role involves delivering practical, hands-on demonstrations and theoretical knowledge, focusing on life-saving techniques.

Title: Freelance Basic Life Support (BLS) Trainer

Required qualifications:
- Medical degree: BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery), BHMS (Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery), or MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Proven experience delivering first-aid or BLS training to various age groups
- Proficiency in both English and Hindi
- Ability to work as a freelancer with flexibility in scheduling
- Open to travel within Mumbai

Key skills:
- Strong communication and presentation skills to engage a diverse group of learners
- Ability to adapt training methods to suit the learning styles of participants
- Confidence in leading groups and ensuring active participation from all attendees
- Ability to manage emergency situations calmly and effectively during training sessions
- Commitment to promoting health and safety within underserved communities

Reporting to: Program Manager

Roles and responsibilities:
- Conduct 3-4 hour first-aid safety training workshops, following the AHA curriculum
- Teach key Basic Life Support (BLS) techniques, including CPR, AED usage, and first-aid for common injuries, animal bites, drowning, and other emergency scenarios
- Deliver interactive, hands-on training sessions with practical demonstrations to ensure knowledge retention
- Administer pre- and post-training assessments to participants
- Manage the classroom environment, ensuring discipline, engagement, and smooth execution of the sessions
- Maintain a professional, safe, and inclusive environment during all training sessions
- Provide feedback and suggestions for continuous improvement based on session outcomes
- Stay up to date with the latest developments in first-aid and emergency response techniques

Desired start date: As soon as possible

Location: Mumbai

Join us in empowering students and communities with life-saving skills and creating safer schools!
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