Safety Officer

About This Role

The Safety Officer provides essential safety, security, and fire safety functions at Western Psychiatric Hospital, ensuring a secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This role involves conducting patrols, responding to incidents, and assisting clinical staff to maintain order.

Responsibilities

• Conduct searches according to system and department policy regarding customer service responsibilities and maintaining paperwork and property appropriately
• Perform continuous hands-on physical restraint techniques necessary to control violent, combative patients and maintain a safe environment respecting age-specific competencies and guidelines
• Conduct proactive, continuous safety, security, and fire safety patrols throughout the facility and parking areas
• Document and report any unsafe conditions and security violations
• Provide assistance as requested to clinical staff in the care and safety of patients, staff, or visitors who are uncooperative
• Administer assistance during fires, medical emergencies, disaster drills, or any other crisis type situations
• Work closely with appropriate law enforcement, fire, and medical authorities when necessary
• Initiate and investigate any reports of incidents including theft, suspicious activity, vandalism, and personnel safety issues
• Conduct tests of various alarm systems, equipment, including fire extinguishers and security alarms
• Provide escort service for patients, staff, and visitors, as necessary or as directed

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to complete Act 235 certification within 6 months of hire
• Ability to complete Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation certification within 30 days of hire
• Ability to pass UPMC Physical Fitness Standard prior to hire

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year experience in safety, security or related healthcare field preferred.

Nice to Have

• 1 year experience in safety, security or related healthcare field

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