Occupational Health and Patient Safety Coordinator

CASA Mental Health • , AB

3d • CA$62,464 - CA$93,167 • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager, Occupational Health and Patient Safety (OHPS), the OHPS Coordinator is responsible for carrying out day-to-day tasks to maintain the organization’s health and patient safety programs. The OHPS Coordinator supports organizational compliance with provincial requirements and contributes to a culture of occupational health and patient safety aligned with CASA’s values of community, child-centered and family-inclusive care, collaboration, equity, diversity and inclusion, and outcomes-based accountability.

Requirements

• A post-secondary certificate or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety is required.
• Must maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) and be physically able to perform all interventions.
• A satisfactory Criminal Records Check This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
• Must be able to lift 13 kg on a regular basis.
• May be required to travel and must hold a Class 5 Driver’s License and have access to a vehicle
• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to train in different restraints required by TCI as needed

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a health care environment (hospital, community-based or equivalent) or mental health treatment setting is a strong asset.
• Education in patient safety provided by a recognized Canadian organization or similar education or experience is an asset.
• Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) designation and valid first aid and CPR certifications are assets.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Respond to safety questions, concerns and reported incidents in a timely manner.
• Prioritize and carry out action items assigned to the OHPS department due to incidents and inspections.
• Escalate incidents, near misses and patient safety concerns based on established thresholds.
• Travel regularly between CASA sites to provide on-site support, including ergonomic assessments and adjustments, quarterly first aid kit audits and site inspections.
• Coordinate fire safety logistics including scheduling drills, sending communications and updating documentation.
• Support the coordination and delivery of a variety of training including but not limited to first aid, fire warden, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and patient safety.

Benefits

• Employer-paid health and dental benefits, including $750 per paramedical practitioner and $2,000 annually in mental health services.
• Five paid wellness days plus a holiday break in December to spend time with loved ones.
• Paid time off for illness, bereavement, moving and education.
• Up to 12 weeks parental leave top-up so you can spend precious time with your new addition.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a range of employee discounts.
• Ongoing learning and growth opportunities including annual training events such as Indigenous Learnings Day.
• Recognition and community-building through employee appreciation events, team celebrations and opportunities to connect across CASA locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree