Certified Lifeguard - Seasonal

Cumberland Hospital, LLC; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard to join their Recreation Therapy team. This role involves providing continuous patient care monitoring and supervision during swimming activities, ensuring a safe and clean environment for all participants. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and observation skills, work well in a team, and handle emergency situations effectively. Join a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and adolescents while enjoying a beautiful setting surrounded by nature. If you are passionate about patient care and safety, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Accredited school system for patients

Therapy animals

Year-round patient activities

Beautiful countryside location

Access to local beaches and outdoor activities

Qualifications

• Requires Lifeguard Certification and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work under stress and ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and supervise patients during swimming activities.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of the pool area.
• Intervene as needed in emergency situations.

Skills

Patient Care Monitoring

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Observation Skills

Emergency Response

Education

Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Cumberland Hospital for Children and Adolescents is a unique acute care, inpatient specialty hospital with 110 licensed beds, including Med Surg. and Residential Treatment Center; staffed by the finest physicians and treatment teams. We treat patients, ages 2-22 who have chronic illnesses, brain injuries and neurobehavioral disorders with co-behavioral issues.

Cumberland is a beautifully designed hospital:

• Staffed with excellent physicians and over 275+ devoted employees, all dedicated to providing the best possible care for our patients!
• Surrounded by 100 spacious acres of sprawling countryside, rolling hills, waterways and wildlife;
• Year-round, accredited school system for our patients;
• Therapy animals that provide daily interaction with our patients, including rabbits, dogs and goats;
• Enjoyable patient activities include a swimming pool, exercise room, music, art and playgrounds;
• Peaceful environment where patients flourish as their minds and bodies heal while treated with the utmost care.
• Conveniently located in eastern Virginia; we enjoy all 4 seasons, local beaches, fishing, water sports, golfing, hiking, sporting events, museums, regional festivals, historic Williamsburg, Jamestown, Richmond and less than 3 hour's drive to Shenandoah or Washington, DC.

At Cumberland Hospital for Children and Adolescents, we're always learning, growing, and focused on our effort to provide the highest quality and compassionate care to our patients. If you are interested in a career dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the patients and families you serve, then Cumberland is the place for you! Come join our team!

Qualifications

As part of the Recreation Therapy team, the Lifeguard position:

• Provides continuous patient care monitoring, supervision, interaction of patients while participating in swimming activities, intervening as needed.
• Ensures the safety and cleanliness of the pool and pool area, reporting any safety concerns to the nursing supervisor.
• Performs well under stress and emergency situations.
• Works well with others in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.
• Requires excellent communication and observation skills.
• Certification is required.