Grade 7 Safety Coordinator - Administration in Port Huron, Michigan at St Clair County Communi
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Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
An employee in this classification is required to perform some or all of the following duties; however, these do not include all of the tasks the employee is expected to perform: develop a safety program and annual report; develop and implement SCCCMHA’s safety program to ensure the Agency operates in compliance with state and federal laws as well as the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and Region 10 Pre-Paid Inpatient Health Plan (Region 10 PIHIP) contract requirements; evaluate the safety program on an ongoing basis and update as necessary; collaborate with public safety personnel to support the safety program; prepare educational materials and provide safety trainings to personnel regarding the essential components of the safety program; ensure safety protocols and procedures are identified and displayed in public areas at every service site and program operated by SCCCMHA; respond to reports of safety and emergency incidents, take action to ensure the safety of personnel, visitors, and individuals served, to include the use of de-escalation strategies, and complete administrative reviews to include recommendations for remedial action; ensure reporting is completed for all safety and emergency incidents involving personnel, visitors, and individuals served; monitor all service sites and programs on a consistent basis to ensure the safety of personnel, visitors, and individuals served; collaborate with team members to prepare the SCCCMHA Residential Monitoring Report; Collaborate with supervisors to address safety concerns; conduct safety inspections/audits of all service sites and programs operated by SCCCMHA; Conduct safety inspections/audits of all properties owned by SCCCMHA; Track E-Scores and track Fire Safety Assessments; assist the Agency with internal, external, and regulatory audits; maintain professional and technical knowledge by staying abreast of changes in regulatory requirements; Attend educational workshops and/or trainings to stay informed about industry best practices and updates; act in the role of chairperson of the SCCCMHA Safety Committee; Prepare the meeting schedule, materials, and reports for the SCCCMHA Safety Committee; Attend and facilitate SCCCMHA Safety Committee meetings and complete follow-up activities; serve as a member of the SCCCMHA Quality Improvement Committee (QIC); Complete QIC reports and attend committee meetings; serve as a member of the SCCCMHA Policy and Administrative Procedures Committee; Review and revise policies and procedures, and attend Policy Committee meetings; maintain the confidentiality of all information related to individuals served, employees (direct and contract), integrity issues, audits, etc.; utilize Microsoft Office and Windows 11; comply with all SCCCMHA policies and administrative procedures, including the Alcohol & Drug Testing Policy (06-001-0010) and the Background Check Policy (06-001-0015) as well as supervisors/designee directives.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
There are no supervisory responsibilities with this position. This position receives supervision from the Chief Operating Officer.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Technical Skills
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Health Care, or a related field
Licensure
- Must possess or be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certifications within three months of hire
- Must possess or be willing to obtain Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification within three months of hire
- Valid driver’s license
Experience/Skills
- Two (2) years’ work experience in a safety position
- Two (2) years’ work experience with Microsoft Office
Behavioral Skills
- Ability to ensure laws, rules, policies, procedures, guidelines, and written directives are followed by the agency.
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
- Ability to provide, exchange, or explain information that conveys an opinion or evaluation of safety related issues.
- Ability to develop and/or maintain effective work relationships/communication with employees and agency partners through tact, diplomacy, and influence.
- Ability to manage conflicts tactfully.
- Ability to address emergency situations in a calm and effective manner.
- Ability to use or exert influence in a work process.
- Ability to be a work leader and advise others.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures.
Other
- Must have access to transportation
- Must have a cellular telephone
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Technical Skills
Education
- Master’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Health Care, or a related field
Licensure
- CPR certification
- First Aid certification
- CPI certification
- Certified Safety Professional certification
Work Experience
- Experience as a Safety Coordinator/equivalent in a behavioral healthcare organization.
- Experience with and knowledge of the community mental health system.
Behavioral Skills
- Knowledge of crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies.
- Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations supporting individuals receiving community mental health services.
Other
- Lived experience with behavioral health treatment/services.
PERSONAL DEMANDS
Physical demands refer to awkward positions, and lifting objects up to 25 pounds. Mental demands refer to concentration, attention, perception, etc. While carrying out the functions of this classification, physical and mental demands will be required of the employee, including considerable time spent sitting, standing, moving, talking, or walking; minimal lifting and moving of objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and long periods of concentration.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work environment refers to the elements of work surroundings that tend to be disagreeable or make work more difficult. These elements include: cold and hot temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, light, noise, oil, water, vibrations, etc. While performing the functions of this classification, the employee would expect that disagreeable elements were negligible.
DISCLAIMERS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a criminal background check, reference checks, Recipient Rights check, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Central Registry check, and a five (5) panel drug screen. Potential candidates will be sent to Industrial Health Service for the drug screen at their own expense. The candidate will be reimbursed the cost of the drug screen upon the Agency’s receipt of negative test results. Standardized testing may be utilized during interview process. This position is represented by AFSCME Local 3385. Postings close at 11:59pm on the Applications Close Date. Internal candidates are given first consideration.