Safety Specialist

About the role

We are seeking a Safety Specialist to join our team at a stable company providing patient care. The position offers outstanding compensation including generous paid time off, 9 paid holidays, excellent health benefits, a company-paid pension, multiple bonuses, and more.

Responsibilities

• Works under the direction of the Safety & Security Administrator to develop and administer safety and health programs.
• Responds to emergency alarms and reports issues regarding improper or unethical conduct, violations of laws, regulations, or program requirements.
• Provides investigative reports, daily reports, and basic reports of accomplishments and tasks completed.
• Observes and reports on unwanted behaviors or criminal activity, articulating accurate descriptions and reporting to the Safety & Security Administrator.
• Maintains a positive, professional environment in compliance with FHC standards and laws.
• Communicates and implements company policies and procedures.
• Supports accident investigation needs and resolves issues.
• Communicates with law enforcement and other personnel to relay information to the Safety & Security Administrator.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking skills.
• At least 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting as a safety professional.
• Extensive knowledge of Safety & Health laws, regulations, and standards.
• Team-oriented and creative problem solver with a strong sense of urgency and follow-through.
• Demonstrated track record for safety performance improvement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong systems orientation and ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external customers.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Out-of-the-box thinking and adaptability to new processes.
• High school diploma or equivalent, with an Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Able to lift, carry, or move objects weighing up to 50 lbs., bend, stoop, and crouch regularly.
• Able to travel to all offices as needed.

Qualifications

• Physical abilities to walk continuously during a ten-hour shift, with normal breaks.
• Knowledge of local ordinances related to quality of life, including public intoxication, public urination, open container, loitering, trespassing, panhandling, and other similar incidents.
• Ability to pick up trash, such as newspapers, bottles, cans, and other small debris, and notify the manager of spills and large debris or areas needing attention.
• Ability to remove litter, cigarette butts, and other debris from sidewalks and alleys.
• Ability to identify and report safety and quality concerns immediately to the Safety Administrator and/or respective Manager.
• Ability to complete tasks assigned by the Safety Administrator and/or executive staff.
• Ability to investigate problems in the facility concerning patients, visitors, or staff and resolve issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Skills

• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Computer abilities: word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Travel to all offices as needed.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off.
• 9 paid holidays.
• Excellent health benefits.
• A company-paid pension.
• Multiple bonuses.

Pay

Compensation details are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Work schedule details are not specified in the job posting.