The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Lifeguard at East Central Regional Hospital located n Augusta, GA.

Job Description:

To ensure the safety of individuals by preventing and/or responding to emergencies when they are at the hospital swimming pool, lake property or other areas involving bodies of water.

 Technical Competencies:

• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Skills in the application of life guarding surveillance and rescue techniques
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical skills evaluation as stipulated by the department
• Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork
• Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures
• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions
• Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures

Positions available on the following units:

Adult Mental Health

Forensic Unit

General Mental Health (2 positions)

Preference will be given to those who, in addition to meeting the above qualifications, also possess the following:

• 6 months to 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
• CPR Certified
• Current certification as a Lifeguard by a recognized source of training
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more

/ hour. This is an hourly position with no benefits associated.

This position is located at East Central Georgia Regional Hospital in Augusta, Georgia.

While Augusta is known worldwide for the Masters® and the coveted green jacket, you'll find that Georgia's second-oldest and second-largest city - also known as the "Garden City" of the South - is full of history, atmosphere, Southern charm, and activities to engage everyone's interest.

Discover the historic charm of the classic South with Augusta's tree-lined streets and majestic antebellum mansions. Enjoy dozens of shops and restaurants, cultural attractions and entertainment. Meander along the banks of the Savannah River as you stroll Riverwalk Augusta. Canoe the river or the adjacent Augusta Canal.

Whatever your interest, you'll find something to satisfy it in Augusta.

Please email your cover letter and resume in Microsoft Word format to: ecrhjobs@dhr.state.ga.us

To ensure proper routing/handling of your credentials, copy/paste or type the following title in the subject line of your email: Lifeguard   If you are currently employed by DBHDD, please include "Internal Employee" in the subject line as well.

You may be subject to a Drug Screen. You may be required to submit fingerprints to check for the existence of Criminal History Record Information through the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. You do have the right to challenge the contents of any Criminal History that is located, should you choose to do so.

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities provides services to ensure the health and welfare of Georgians. As an employee of DBHDD, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.