Manager of Safety & Security

GATEWAYS HOSPITAL & MENTAL HEALTH CENTER • Glendale, CA

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About The Position

The Manager of Safety & Security leads the Agency mission to protect clients, staff, visitors, and organizational assets. In partnership with the Vice President of Operations, the Manager of Safety & Security is responsible for the oversight of organizational safety operations, environment of care, emergency preparedness, business continuity plans, and security operations. The Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing a comprehensive safety and security strategy that ensures compliance with healthcare regulations and fosters a secure environment for all stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3-5 years’ management experience in healthcare safety or regulatory roles.
• Experience managing hospital security operations and regulatory compliance.
• Skilled in crisis management, risk assessment, and complex security issues.
• Knowledgeable in hospital security protocols, environment of care safety, emergency preparedness, business continuity planning.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills for collaboration with and across departments.
• Experience working with contract security and vendor management.
• Must pass Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), and Community Care Licensing (CCL) background clearance.
• Valid California Driver’s license.
• TB clearance.
• Driving record acceptable for coverage by Gateways insurance carrier

Nice To Haves

• Certification in healthcare security and advance safety/security training preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead security and safety strategies aligned with healthcare regulations, accreditation and contract requirements, and organizational goals.
• Supervise the organization’s safety and security team.
• Oversee contracted security operations, act as the primary contact regarding security matters, and lead responses to security incidents.
• Oversee emergency preparedness, emergency operations, and business continuity planning for all sites, including Main Hospital.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement, emergency services, and regulatory agencies during crises.
• Serve as a member of the Safety Committee and support Safety Committee activities in collaboration with the Environment of Care Coordinator.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership and the Quality Improvement Department to integrate safety considerations into the environment of care and operational planning.
• Develop and enforce organization’s safety and security policies and procedures.
• Ensure policies are regularly reviewed and communicated across clinical and non-clinical departments.
• Oversee implementation and maintenance of security systems, including surveillance, and access control for restricted areas, in partnership with the Information Technology Department.
• Stay updated on emerging healthcare security technologies and integrate relevant advancements.
• Oversee parking operations, including issuing parking permits at relevant Gateways’ locations.
• Collaborate with relevant staff to conduct ongoing Security Risk Assessment and Hazard Vulnerability Analysis; recommend and implement solutions to risks and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with Human Resources Department regarding any employee safety or security incidents.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations (e.g., Accreditation Commission for Health Care, Cal/OSHA, CMS) and state/federal laws.
• Prepare and present security reports to Agency Committees and regulatory bodies.
• Provide support during audits and surveys as needed (e.g., CCL, ACHC, CMS, Cal/OSHA, DPH.)
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Cover 100% Medical/Dental/Vision Premiums for all Full-Time Employees and 1 Dependent
• 8 Paid Holidays + 4 Personal Holidays in Calendar Year
• 2-4 Weeks of Vacation based on role
• 403b Retirement Plan Company Match 8%
• Annual Company Events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees