What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Officer position at GenPsych?
GenPsych is a growing outpatient treatment organization founded in 2005. Our employees are the heart of our success. Together, we provide compassionate, high-quality mental health and substance abuse services guided by integrity, respect, excellence, teamwork, and a commitment to creating a safe, caring and supportive environment for our communities.
Role: Safety Officer
This position manages all issues directly impacting the safety and security of GenPsych’ s environment, clients, and staff.
Job Functions and Duties:
- Continually patrols and assesses the environment to identify safety and security risks associated with the environment of care, including but not limited to: the building, grounds, equipment, staff and client activity
- Perform de-escalation strategies and techniques necessary to control crisis situations and to maintain a safe environment for clients and employees
- Provide timely response as requested to clinical staff in the care and safety of patients, staff or visitors who are uncooperative, following facility standards and guidelines.
- Report crime, administer assistance during fires, injury, or other incidents in accordance with GenPsych policy collaborating with local authorities.
- Conduct tests of various systems, equipment, including fire extinguishers, security alarms, fire alarm system, and others as assigned
- Maintains compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations.
- Provide safety-specific trainings to staff and clients.
- Implement and conduct safety-drills and designates “safe haven” areas in the event of emergencies.
- Collect data regarding environment and safety and develop reports for Quality Assurance purposes.
- Perform site administrative duties, including inventory ordering, control, and distribution.
- Perform routine checks and maintenance to ensure facility cleanliness and hygiene standards are maintained.
- Maintains strict standards of confidentiality.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
- Develop and maintain desired level of professionalism and excellence in appearance, communication, and service with patients, staff, and visitors.
Qualifications:
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 3-year experience in safety, security in a related healthcare field preferred.
- May require occasional late closing days.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $53,366 - $79,803