Safety Specialist - Mitchell (7776)

Terros Health • Phoenix, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Terros Health is a healthcare organization committed to whole-person health 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 at the Recovery Centers. This position provides direct support, utilizes customer service and crisis intervention skills to de-escalate situations, and works to prevent undesirable behaviors. The role involves monitoring safety trends, implementing improvement plans, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and procedures. Terros Health has been recognized as one of the 'Most Admired Companies' by AZ Big Media.

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.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• Must have a valid Arizona driver’s license, be 21 years of age with a minimum of 3 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

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.
• Work 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 plans - including a no premium plan for employees and their families
• Multiple dental plans - including orthodontia
• Financial well-being - 401(k) with a company match, interest free medical line of credit, financial education, planning, and support
• 4 Weeks of paid time off in the first year
• Wellness program
• Pet Insurance
• Group life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program for the Whole Family
• Personal and family mental and physical health access
• Professional growth & development - including scholarships, clinical supervision, and CEUs
• Tuition discounts with GCU and The University of Phoenix
• Working Advantage - Employee perks and discounts
• Gym memberships
• Car rentals
• Flights, hotels, movies and more
• Additional language pay differential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED