SAFETY AND RISK MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR
About The Position
Are you passionate about maintaining a safe workplace? Do you have risk management experience? If the answer to these two questions is yes, Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens (AASC) may have the opportunity for you. Experts in aging since 1975, AASC provides over 30 programs and services to help older adults and individuals with disabilities age in place. We are currently looking for the right applicant for a new, exciting role within the organization: Safety and Risk Management Director. The Safety and Risk Management Director is the designated safety representative for the agency and is responsible for developing/implementing the agency’s comprehensive safety, risk management and emergency preparedness programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Healthcare Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration or equivalent experience in a related field.
- 2-4 years of progressively responsible experience
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar certification.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and accreditation standards
- Conduct routine risk assessments and lead safety improvement projects
- Collaborate with the Property Manager to identify and correct hazards at all agency facilities, including the senior community.
- Oversee agency and department emergency preparedness and continuity plans.
- Maintain relationships with local emergency management agencies and coordinate the annual review of emergency preparedness plans.
Benefits
- Hospitalization insurance availability
- 403(b) retirement
- 15 paid holidays
- Sick and annual time accrual
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
