UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital is hiring a full-time Safey Officer!

The Safety Officer will provide safety, security and fire safety related functions throughout the Institute on a daily basis.

The incumbent will work 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. Shifts days will vary and will include weekends.  

* Sign on bonus up to $1,500! *

Responsibilities:

Searches and Property Management: Conduct searches, maintain paperwork, manage property, and handle patient belongings according to policy. Education and Competency: Meet mandatory education and annual competency requirements, including age-specific competencies. Safety and Security Patrols: Conduct continuous safety, security, and fire safety patrols; document and report unsafe conditions and security violations. Physical Restraint and Assistance: Perform physical restraint techniques to control violent patients, assist clinical staff with uncooperative patients, and provide escort services for patients, staff, and visitors. Emergency Response: Administer assistance during fires, medical emergencies, disaster drills, and other crises; collaborate with law enforcement and medical authorities. Professionalism and Communication: Maintain professionalism, including proper dress, radio communication, and service excellence; perform assignments as directed, including daily reviews of communications. Training: Complete all mandatory and recommended training programs. Incident Investigation: Investigate reports of incidents such as theft, suspicious activity, vandalism, and safety issues. Alarm System Tests: Conduct tests of alarm systems and equipment, including fire extinguishers and security alarms. Relief Coverage: Provide relief coverage for safety systems clerks and parking lot attendants.