Safety Coordinator

Horizon Behavioral Heal•Lynchburg, VA

34d•$20 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for the weekly, monthly, and annual inspections of all intermediate care facility (ICF) homes within Horizon. This individual will document deficiencies and identify and coordinate connections to ensure a safe environment for clients, staff, and visitors. This position will report to Horizon’s Health and Safety Officer to ensure compliance with safety regulations and Horizon’s health and safety policies and procedures for ICF housing. This position will communicate as needed with housing managers and staff to ensure compliance with the Life Safety Code and local fire codes, as well as CMS as it relates to disaster preparedness.

Requirements

Certificate or associate’s degree in occupational safety & health or in any other field that is relevant to safety management.
One (1) year of experience with occupational safety, administering or assisting with workplace safety programs or equivalent experience.
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.
Ability to complete and maintain CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.
Knowledge of NFPA Life Safety Code.
Knowledge of Virginia fire codes.
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Vizio.
Ability to read and interpret floor plans.
Ability to understand and successfully complete the following within the first six (6) months of employment: FEMA/EMI IS-100 Intro incident command, FEMA/EMI IS-195 basic incident command, FEMA/EMI IS-200 basic incident command, FEMA/EMI IS 700 (NIMS) National Incident Command System.
Safety, health, and accident prevention methods, procedures, and equipment.
Knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to employee safety and occupational health.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and effective working relationships with people at all levels of the organization.
Ability to interpret safety and environmental laws and regulations.
Ability to recognize hazardous and emergency situations and take appropriate corrective action.
Ability to drive and must possess and maintain a valid Virginia driver’s license.
Ability to drive during inclement weather and after dark.
Required to travel to different Horizon work sites during the day based on operational needs or provide support at other locations.
Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience in public safety or code compliance

Responsibilities

Conduct weekly, monthly, and annual inspections of all intermediate care facility (ICF) homes.
Document deficiencies and identify and coordinate connections to ensure a safe environment for clients, staff, and visitors.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and Horizon’s health and safety policies and procedures for ICF housing.
Communicate with housing managers and staff to ensure compliance with the Life Safety Code and local fire codes, as well as CMS as it relates to disaster preparedness.
Complete and maintain CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.
Complete FEMA/EMI IS-100 Intro incident command, IS-195 basic incident command, IS-200 basic incident command, and IS-700 (NIMS) National Incident Command System within the first six months of employment.
Inspect and evaluate complex safety problems and issues.
Gather, organize, and analyze data and complete comprehensive reports.
Plan and present safety training programs.
Analyze situations accurately and make timely and effective recommendations.
Recognize hazardous and emergency situations and take appropriate corrective action.
Travel to different Horizon work sites during the day based on operational needs or provide support at other locations.
Work modified schedules (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required.