Safety Specialist - South Mountain (8961)

Terros Health•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Terros Health is a healthcare organization dedicated to whole-person wellness through integrated care, focusing on physical health, mental health, and substance use care. The Safety Specialist plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy and safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff, particularly within the Recovery Centers. This role requires strong customer service and crisis intervention skills to de-escalate situations, ensure safety and security, and deter undesirable behaviors. The Safety Specialist will monitor trends, implement improvement plans, and support the overall mission of providing extraordinary care.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or associate’s degree, preferably in a safety related field
Minimum of 1 year of experience working in the behavioral/medical health field
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, electronic medical record, NextGen preferred
Interpersonal skills which allow for professional and positive relationships with co-workers, members, families, and other community members.
Must have a valid Arizona driver’s license, be 21 years of age with a minimum of 4 years driving experience, and meet requirements of Terros Health’s driving policy
Must pass a TB test, a criminal background check and drug test
Must have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card or apply for an Arizona fingerprint clearance card (Level 1) within 7 working days of assuming role

Nice To Haves

Training preferred – OSHA 10, NIMS and FEMA
Bi-lingual English/Spanish strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Maintains presence in and around the Site to help support safety and security for the patients, visitors, and staff while promoting a culture of safe practices.
Utilizes advance crisis intervention and customer service skills to de-escalate situations that arise.
Responsible for the review, compliance and performance improvement of Terros Health and its Safety programs.
Ensures that all staff are familiar with the Health & Safety emergency programs procedures and guidelines.
Ensures a safe work environment by identifying hazards and completing safety inspections as directed including walk-throughs of sites.
Assists with Health and Safety education and training for Terros Health workforce and patients, such as heat precautions, hazardous waste management, Narcan/opioid awareness/harm reduction, infection prevention/control, CPR, De-Escalation, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPP), and disability services.
Coordinates with site leadership the execution and maintaining up-to-date documentation records of safety drills performed in assigned sites.
Works to develop and maintain a welcoming environment in and around the Site.
Coordinates with the site leadership to resolve on-site complaints related to health and safety.
Maintains, organizes, stores and prepares sites First Aid Station (AED/First Aid Kit/Blood Borne Pathogen Kit/Emergency Flashlight/SDS/EPP) ensuring all sites have proper supplies and inspected for use.
Works to minimize risks and ensure compliance with safety regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines.
Proactively engages with individuals in and around the Site to identify and mitigate potential escalations.
Serves as point of contact with law enforcement and first responders when necessary.
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and other activities as required.
Performs other duties as required and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options, including a no-premium plan for employees and their families
Multiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverage
Vision insurance
Group life and disability insurance
Pet insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Interest-free medical line of credit
Financial education, planning, and support resources
Monetary company contribution toward eligible benefits
Bilingual pay differential
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first year
Paid Sick Time
10 paid holidays annually
Comprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizes
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family members
Trip Reduction Program
Ongoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including: Scholarships, Clinical supervision, Continuing Education Units (CEUs), Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University (NAU)
Access to the Working Advantage® Employee Discount Program, with savings on: Gym memberships, Car rentals, Flights, hotels, movie tickets, and more