Safety Manager

Safety Manager Damien Operations Damien Center Values Dignity-Collaboration-Accountability-Access-Quality-Innovation Founded in 1987, Damien Center is Indiana’s oldest and largest AIDS service organization (ASO) and serves more than 8,000 individuals living with or at risk for HIV through a comprehensive, innovative approach to care and prevention. Our purpose is to be a trusted partner in providing services, education and advocacy for all people living with or at risk of HIV and any person seeking a safe and welcoming home for care. Our services include care coordination, clinical and pharmacy services, mental health, housing, and nutrition. Position Summary: The Safety Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for safety, security, emergency preparedness, and risk reduction across Damien Center programs and facilities. This role serves as a key point of contact for law enforcement and emergency responders while supporting day-to-day safety operations, including physical security and organizational readiness. The Safety Manager chairs the Health & Safety Committee, oversees the Safety Warden program, and leads life and fire safety initiatives across the organization. This position is responsible for developing and enhancing safety programs and policies to ensure compliance with OSHA, IOSHA, and other regulatory requirements. A key focus of the role is fostering a proactive culture of safety by supporting policy development, conducting risk assessments, and delivering training that ensures staff are informed, prepared, and equipped to respond effectively to safety-related incidents. Duties and Responsibilities: This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities, and skills. Safety Program Management Develop, implement, and annually review organization-wide safety, security, emergency preparedness, workplace violence prevention, and weather-related response plans grounded in trauma-informed practices. Collaborate with clinical and nonclinical departments to ensure safety protocols address the unique needs of medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, housing, harm reduction, and food security programs. Conduct risk assessments in high-risk areas (e.g., syringe services, pharmacy, food pantry, behavioral health) and implement practical, trauma-informed safeguards. Maintain safety documentation, including Safety Data Sheets (SDS), drill logs, emergency signage, and training records. Ensure safety practices, communications, and emergency protocols are inclusive, accessible, and responsive to individuals with disabilities, language barriers, and mobility limitations. Monitor safety trends and metrics to identify risks and implement continuous improvement strategies. Emergency Preparedness & Response Respond to and coordinate life safety incidents, including fire alarms, severe weather events, and behavioral or medical emergencies during business hours. Serve as the primary liaison for fire/life safety inspections and alarm monitoring services. Lead organization-wide drills and tabletop exercises simulating high-risk scenarios (e.g., active threat, severe weather, mass casualty events). Coordinate safety planning for off-site programs, outreach initiatives, mobile units, housing services, and large-scale public events. Partner with local emergency management agencies and public safety entities to support coordinated preparedness and response planning. Training & Culture Development Chair the multidisciplinary Health & Safety Committee and present safety metrics and recommendations to the leadership team. Recruit, train, and oversee the Safety Warden program to support evacuation, shelter-in-place, and emergency procedures. Develop and implement an annual safety training plan, including onboarding, OSHA compliance, emergency response, PPE, and crisis protocols. Maintain American Red Cross BLS Instructor certification and oversee CPR/AED training compliance across the organization. Behavioral Health & Harm Reduction Safety Support Provide non-clinical support during behavioral health or substance-use-related incidents, including de-escalation assistance and coordination with clinical staff. Support post-incident reviews and planning to improve safety responses. This role does not provide clinical assessment or medical decision-making and operates in support of licensed professionals. Physical Security & Access Control Oversee contract security personnel and adjust coverage based on operational needs, events, or risk levels. Manage access control systems, surveillance systems, and security infrastructure. Collaborate with IT and HR on badge access, visitor management, and security protocols. Serve as the primary point of contact for law enforcement, alarm monitoring providers, and emergency services. Operations Oversight & Supervision Provide direct supervision, coaching, and leadership to Safety Specialist(s) to ensure effective daily safety operations. Serve as backup support to maintain continuous safety coverage when needed. Oversee the safety and regulatory compliance of agency vehicles, including inspections, maintenance, and usage policies. Compliance & Reporting Partner with the Senior Compliance Manager to align safety programs with regulatory and organizational standards. Oversee incident reporting systems, investigations, and documentation to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. Manage the Med Trainer incident reporting system and support staff accountability, including follow-up on Code of Conduct violations. Perform other duties as assigned. Education and/or Experience: Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Minimum of five (5) years of experience in safety, facilities safety, or risk management Current American Red Cross BLS Instructor certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire OSHA 30-Hour General Industry or Healthcare certification or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of hire Preferred Qualifications Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred (Additional $2000 in annual compensation added for this skill) Experience developing and delivering instructor-led or eLearning training Familiarity with incident management or reporting software Experience working in healthcare, behavioral health, community health, or harm reduction settings, including communities affected by HIV/AIDS or social/structural barriers *Work experience may substitute for education requirements on a case-by-case basis. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Possess superior organizational and administrative skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities. Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment. Ability to work independently and achieve high standards of productivity, achieving deadlines, and with superior product results. Strong calendaring, organizational, and document management skills are required. Proactive approach to solving problems and communicating to leadership. Knowledge of office management systems, procedures, and office equipment required. Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the basic knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual in this role must display the highest level of integrity and confidentiality. The individual should have effective communication skills, attention to detail and organization, and flexibility and adaptability. The individual will also maintain knowledge of trends in their area of responsibility. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are general representations of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to touch and handle objects. The employee frequently stands or walks. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Remote work is on a case-by-case basis and must be approved by the supervisor. Office setting, with sustained use of a computer. The noise level in the work environment is minimal to moderate. Individuals should maintain personal and professional competency and work to create an environment of courtesy, respect, inclusion, and positivity in all interactions both internal and external to the organization. _____________________________________________________________________ FLSA Status: Exempt, Salaried, Full-time Leader: Director of Facilities & Safety Salary: $60,000 annually Benefits: 150 hours of PTO in the first year followed by 195 hours per year moving forward. 12 paid holidays Medical coverage options include a PPO plan or an HDHP. Dental & Vision plans Health Saving Account or Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program 403b Retirement Account with 5% matching and 100% vesting after 90 days Life Insurance @ 2 times the annual salary Voluntary Life Insurance Plan including spouse and child coverage options Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans Premium Subscription to the CALM APP which assists with anxiety, stress & other mental health challenges Professional Development Opportunities Tuition Assistance Annual performance review that includes an annual performance-based salary increase Protecting our team members, clients, volunteers, and community partners is an integral part of how we ensure our continued work with the clients we serve. As a condition of employment, Damien Center requires team members to be vaccinated against influenza and receive a tuberculosis skin test (or chest x-ray) annually, barring an approved religious or medical exemption. ____________________________________________________________________ Damien Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer Damien Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, other legally protected status, or genetic (including family medical history) information. Damien Center complies with applicable federal laws and with all state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which Damien Center has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. This position description does not constitute a contract of employment or guarantee of any terms or conditions of employment. Damien Center employees are employed on an at-will basis. Nothing in this position description restricts Damien Center’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. #J-18808-Ljbffr Damien Center