Safety Officer

Health Solutions West•Grand Junction, CO

16d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Health Solutions West is the Western slope’s largest behavioral health care organization, covering more than 23,000 square miles across 10 counties. With over 250 employees in Western Colorado, you would be joining a mighty team of support and administrative staff, case managers, clinicians, physicians, nurses, and others in our efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of our community. POSITION: Safety Officer (Full-Time) Schedule: Overnight Shift 12-hours, 3 days per week 7:30pm-7:30am Location: All Grand Junction Main Facilities: 515 28 ¾ Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81501

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, a valid Colorado driver’s license, and transportation are required.
At least three years of law enforcement, security or military experience.
Ability to safely lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 50 pounds on occasion.
Basic computer skills including being able to document incidents and send e-messages.
Comfortable working with individuals struggling with mental health and substance use with kindness and compassion.
Ability to speak Spanish desired but not required.
Able to work days, evenings, weekends, holidays and different shifts.
Must successfully complete background investigations and required trainings.

Nice To Haves

Is adaptable to change in the workplace and uses change as an opportunity for innovation and creativity.
Takes ownership of problems, has ability to brainstorm different problem resolution paths, uses sound judgment in selecting solutions to problems, and demonstrates consistent follow through.
Has job knowledge and skills to perform the fundamental job functions and is able and willing to assume greater responsibility over time regarding the scope of work.
Has the ability to inspire and model collaborative teamwork.
Demonstrates an understanding of customer service regarding accommodation, politeness, helpfulness, trust building, appropriate boundaries, and flexibility.
Ability to demonstrate human kindness in all interactions.

Responsibilities

Greet clients, visitors, and staff in a respectful and professional manner when they interact with them anywhere on our campus and ask if they need assistance; if so, assist as needed
Ensure the security, safety and well-being of all personnel, visitors and the premises
Secure premises and personnel by patrolling internal and external property on a regular basis and monitor surveillance equipment; inspect buildings, equipment and access points
Address loitering or disruptive behavior calmly and respectfully, with a focus on de-escalation and professionalism.
Support a clean, safe, and welcoming environment by identifying and addressing or reporting maintenance or cleanliness concerns.
Complete accurate and timely reports by recording observations, accurate information, occurrences.
Coordinate and engage in emergency response as needed, maintaining a calm and professional demeanor.
Maintain a calm and professional demeanor in stressful or emergency situations
Adhere to all agency policies and procedures, including respect for privacy and confidentiality under HIPAA.
Secure all exits, doors and windows after business hours of operation
Agree to occasional intermittent work on unscheduled work days for agency events
Perform other job related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Assist with facility safety management.
Transport food daily between facilities (Residential to Withdraw Management)