Family Health Centers of Southwest Florida
Safety Specialist
Family Health Centers of Southwest Florida, Fort Myers, Florida, United States, 33916
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Safety Specialist
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Family Health Centers of Southwest Florida
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Description Excellent opportunity to join a stable company providing patient care. We are looking for a dependable, dedicated, and respectful person to join our team of Safety Specialists. Outstanding compensation includes generous paid time off, 9 paid holidays, excellent health benefits, a company‑paid pension, multiple bonuses, and more!
Position Description Works under the direction of the Safety & Security Administrator to provide support and coordination in developing and administering uniform safety & health programs, including incident prevention, occupational health, fire protection, emergency preparedness, contractor management, regulatory compliance, and related training and development needs. Responsible for responding to issues regarding emergency alarms (fire, security, etc.) and maintaining the Corporate Compliance program by reporting improper or unethical conduct, violations of applicable laws, regulations or program requirements.
Detailed Duties and Responsibilities
Hospitality and Customer Service – While on duty, go out of the way to greet staff, patients and visitors, offering assistance, information and directions in a polite, professional manner.
Reporting – Provide investigative reports (who, what, where, when and why) and a basic daily report of accomplishments and tasks completed.
Observe and Report – Monitor for unwanted behaviors or criminal activity; report to the Safety & Security Administrator via two‑way radio or mobile. Record the time, location and nature of unusual, suspicious or illegal activities and report to appropriate agency and manager.
Professionalism – Maintain a positive, professional environment in compliance with laws, regulations, policies, procedures and overall FHC standards.
Physical Abilities – Walk continuously during a ten‑hour shift, with two fifteen‑minute breaks and one‑hour meal break; work outdoors in all conditions with provided inclement‑weather gear.
Communication Skills – Send and receive written and oral information clearly and accurately; speak, read, and write English to create basic reports.
Teamwork/Working Relationships – Interact with others to enhance understanding and respect, anticipate needs, develop smooth relationships, and handle conflict. Interact with homeless persons and educate them on available resources.
Motivation and Commitment – Establish high performance standards, work hard to attain them, take initiative, and demonstrate commitment to the organization and ability to adapt to change.
Knowledge of local ordinances related to quality of life, including public intoxication, public urination, open container, loitering, trespassing, panhandling and other incidents adversely affecting FHC.
Maintain cleanliness – Pick up trash (newspapers, bottles, cans, small debris) and notify manager of spills or large debris; remove litter from sidewalks and alleys.
Identify and Report Safety and Quality concerns – Report broken infrastructure, graffiti, lighting issues immediately to the Safety Administrator or respective Manager and correct conditions that adversely impact the facility.
Investigate problems involving patients, visitors or staff.
Resolve issues and follow through with ideas to reduce safety violations.
Provide support and accident investigative needs when applicable.
Complete any assigned tasks by the Safety Administrator or executive staff.
Communicate, implement and enforce all company policies and procedures.
Manage water delivery requests throughout the facility.
Assist with patient check‑in upon arrival.
Perform other duties required toward the development of safety‑oriented solutions.
Interacts with Law Enforcement or other personnel to ascertain the nature of particular situations and relay that information to the Safety & Security Administrator.
Act in place of contracted security personnel from time to time.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements Job Skills & Education Requirements
Fluency in reading, writing and speaking English.
At least 1 year in a healthcare setting as a safety professional.
Extensive knowledge of safety & health laws, regulations and standards on local, state and federal levels.
Team‑oriented and creative problem‑solver who builds honest, open and trusting relationships that stimulate cooperation and communication between employees and management.
Proactive with a strong sense of urgency and follow‑through.
Demonstrated track record for sustainable safety performance improvement.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and strong systems orientation.
Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal/external customers and service providers.
Ability to coordinate with other departments to establish a seamless and efficient process for information sharing and best practices.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Out‑of‑the‑box thinker – adaptive to new processes.
Working Conditions
Position requires lifting, carrying or otherwise moving objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
Position also requires bending, stooping and crouching on a regular basis.
Travel
Some travel to other facilities when needed.
Training and Experience Requirements
High‑school graduate or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
Special Requirements
Computer abilities: word processing and spreadsheet software.
Must be able to travel to all offices.
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Safety Specialist
role at
Family Health Centers of Southwest Florida
1 day ago – Be among the first 25 applicants
Description Excellent opportunity to join a stable company providing patient care. We are looking for a dependable, dedicated, and respectful person to join our team of Safety Specialists. Outstanding compensation includes generous paid time off, 9 paid holidays, excellent health benefits, a company‑paid pension, multiple bonuses, and more!
Position Description Works under the direction of the Safety & Security Administrator to provide support and coordination in developing and administering uniform safety & health programs, including incident prevention, occupational health, fire protection, emergency preparedness, contractor management, regulatory compliance, and related training and development needs. Responsible for responding to issues regarding emergency alarms (fire, security, etc.) and maintaining the Corporate Compliance program by reporting improper or unethical conduct, violations of applicable laws, regulations or program requirements.
Detailed Duties and Responsibilities
Hospitality and Customer Service – While on duty, go out of the way to greet staff, patients and visitors, offering assistance, information and directions in a polite, professional manner.
Reporting – Provide investigative reports (who, what, where, when and why) and a basic daily report of accomplishments and tasks completed.
Observe and Report – Monitor for unwanted behaviors or criminal activity; report to the Safety & Security Administrator via two‑way radio or mobile. Record the time, location and nature of unusual, suspicious or illegal activities and report to appropriate agency and manager.
Professionalism – Maintain a positive, professional environment in compliance with laws, regulations, policies, procedures and overall FHC standards.
Physical Abilities – Walk continuously during a ten‑hour shift, with two fifteen‑minute breaks and one‑hour meal break; work outdoors in all conditions with provided inclement‑weather gear.
Communication Skills – Send and receive written and oral information clearly and accurately; speak, read, and write English to create basic reports.
Teamwork/Working Relationships – Interact with others to enhance understanding and respect, anticipate needs, develop smooth relationships, and handle conflict. Interact with homeless persons and educate them on available resources.
Motivation and Commitment – Establish high performance standards, work hard to attain them, take initiative, and demonstrate commitment to the organization and ability to adapt to change.
Knowledge of local ordinances related to quality of life, including public intoxication, public urination, open container, loitering, trespassing, panhandling and other incidents adversely affecting FHC.
Maintain cleanliness – Pick up trash (newspapers, bottles, cans, small debris) and notify manager of spills or large debris; remove litter from sidewalks and alleys.
Identify and Report Safety and Quality concerns – Report broken infrastructure, graffiti, lighting issues immediately to the Safety Administrator or respective Manager and correct conditions that adversely impact the facility.
Investigate problems involving patients, visitors or staff.
Resolve issues and follow through with ideas to reduce safety violations.
Provide support and accident investigative needs when applicable.
Complete any assigned tasks by the Safety Administrator or executive staff.
Communicate, implement and enforce all company policies and procedures.
Manage water delivery requests throughout the facility.
Assist with patient check‑in upon arrival.
Perform other duties required toward the development of safety‑oriented solutions.
Interacts with Law Enforcement or other personnel to ascertain the nature of particular situations and relay that information to the Safety & Security Administrator.
Act in place of contracted security personnel from time to time.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements Job Skills & Education Requirements
Fluency in reading, writing and speaking English.
At least 1 year in a healthcare setting as a safety professional.
Extensive knowledge of safety & health laws, regulations and standards on local, state and federal levels.
Team‑oriented and creative problem‑solver who builds honest, open and trusting relationships that stimulate cooperation and communication between employees and management.
Proactive with a strong sense of urgency and follow‑through.
Demonstrated track record for sustainable safety performance improvement.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and strong systems orientation.
Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal/external customers and service providers.
Ability to coordinate with other departments to establish a seamless and efficient process for information sharing and best practices.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Out‑of‑the‑box thinker – adaptive to new processes.
Working Conditions
Position requires lifting, carrying or otherwise moving objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
Position also requires bending, stooping and crouching on a regular basis.
Travel
Some travel to other facilities when needed.
Training and Experience Requirements
High‑school graduate or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
Special Requirements
Computer abilities: word processing and spreadsheet software.
Must be able to travel to all offices.
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