Safety Coordinator - Inpatient Hospital

About the role

The Safety Coordinator will oversee safety processes related to environmental, de-escalation, infection prevention, and emergency management within Psychiatrist Hospital and Crisis Services. The role involves conducting routine safety rounds, educating and coaching staff on de-escalation techniques, managing supply inventory, coordinating maintenance requests, and providing staff training, including CPI. The Safety Coordinator will also support staff in debriefing and analyzing incidents leading to property damage or injuries. The position requires effective communication, organizational skills, and flexibility, including working nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine rounds of environmental care and safety practices
• Provide observation, education, and coaching to all staff in using de-escalation skills and supporting patients in crisis
• Facilitate staff educational activities regarding all areas of staff and patient safety
• Manage supply inventory and ordering
• Coordinate maintenance requests and communicate updates to leadership and staff
• Maintain communication with Facilities Department and Contracted Service Providers
• Create and maintain processes for cleaning and maintenance
• Provide CPI training to staff
• Provide support to staff to debrief and complete analysis of events resulting in property damage or injuries to individuals
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Moderate exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues (Occupational Exposure Risk Classification)
• Moderate ergonomic risk for repetitive motion impairment
• May require moderate amount of physical exertion (bending, lifting, twisting) in the work area
• Ability to engage with patients who may become violent and to participate in physical patient holds using approved techniques when necessary
• High School Diploma required
• Healthcare Environmental Services training preferred (certificate or professional license)
• CPI certification must be obtained after hire and prior to providing direct patient care; must be maintained and kept current through employment
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and First Aid certification must be obtained after hire and prior to providing direct patient care; must be maintained and kept current through employment
• Valid driver’s license and active liability insurance
• Satisfactory results from criminal and driving record background checks