Safety Officer

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