Workplace Violence Prevention Specialist

Full-Time, Days
Salary Range: $72,696 - $109,012

ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Workplace Violence Prevention Specialist

REPORTS TO POSITION: Security Program Manager

DEPARTMENT: Security

DATE LAST REVIEWED: March 31, 2026

OUR VISION: Creating America's healthiest community, together

OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value

OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork and Safety (ACTS)

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: The Security Department at St. Charles Health System provides services which promote the physical and psychological safety of patients, visitors, and caregivers. Services include risk assessment, plan development and implementation, safety policy/procedure management, and proactive process improvement to prevent harm.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Workplace Violence Prevention Specialist is the Subject Matter Expert (SME) and will provide system wide program oversight and instruction for the Workplace Violence Prevention Program and part of the Security Training Program at St. Charles Heath System. This position will develop, implement, and maintain best practices for the Workplace Violence Program.

While not formally assigned direct reports, the role directs instructors, develops curriculum, and influences policy and practice across the health system.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

Provides operational oversight of the workplace violence prevention program, including instructor management, training delivery, and regulatory compliance, while guiding strategy, ensuring policy adherence, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to drive effectiveness and continuous improvement.

Ensures instructor competency and oversees the design, delivery, tracking, and evaluation of workplace violence prevention training programs across inpatient and outpatient settings, including scenario-based training and mock drills.

Monitors and interprets changes in laws, regulations, and standards (e.g., Joint Commission, OSHA, OR-OSHA, CMS), integrating updates into policies, training, and program practices; ensures ongoing compliance through audits, hazard vulnerability analysis, and improvement planning.

Leads workplace violence committees, including facilitation, regulatory compliance, action tracking, and co-chair responsibilities; presents program data, trends, and progress to leadership.

Tracks and analyzes workplace violence incidents, injuries, and program metrics; develops dashboards and reports to evaluate effectiveness and support data-driven decision-making.

Builds cross-departmental partnerships to advance initiatives and best practices; communicates program updates, training, and performance data to leadership and staff.

Oversees incident reporting and investigation processes, including SAS report review, follow-up, and departmental support to ensure thorough investigations and effective mitigation.

Responds to workplace violence incidents (e.g., Code Gray) and supports post-event debriefs and continuous improvement efforts.

Manages program resources and systems, including training materials, equipment, and data tracking platforms; ensures accurate recordkeeping, scheduling, and reporting.

Prepares and delivers detailed executive-level briefings and routine communications on program performance and initiatives.

Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.

Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.

Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.

Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.

Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.


May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

EDUCATION:


Required : Bachelors degree or combination of education and related experience to enable full performance of the position.

Preferred : Bachelor's degree in healthcare, behavioral health or safety / security related field.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

Required : Ability to obtain Instructor certification in SCHS current workplace violence prevention program within 90 days of hire. Ability to travel to business functions/trainings/meetings and all SCHS worksites.

Preferred : N/A

EXPERIENCE:

Required: Minimum of 5 years of experience in healthcare, behavioral health, law enforcement, or a combination of experience. Strong background in communication, instruction in a classroom, online and in-the-field setting.

Preferred : Clinical experience working with behavioral health or emergency department patient populations. Background in workplace violence prevention in the healthcare setting.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:

Travel: Ability to travel to business functions/trainings/meetings and all SCHS worksites.

General:

Communication/Interpersonal

Demonstrates St. Charles Health System values of Accountability, Caring, Teamwork and Safety in every interaction.

Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System.


Ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels within St. Charles Health System and external customers/clients/potential employees.

Strong team working and collaborative skills.

Ability to effectively reach consensus with a diverse population with differing needs.

Ability to manage facilitation and consensus building among health care professionals and agencies and achieve expected results.

Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Organizational

Ability to multi-task and work independently.

Attention to detail.

Excellent organizational skills, written and oral communication and customer service skills, particularly in dealing with stressful personal interactions.

Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.

Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Mathematical Skills:

Performs basic math (add, subtract, multiply and divide) calculations.

Computer

Intermediate to advanced ability and experience in computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system, and MS Office.

Basic experience in computer applications necessary to record time, obtain work directions, and complete assigned CBL's.

Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access), database management, and document preparation.

Demonstrated ability and experience in computer applications, use of electronic medical record keeping systems and MS Office.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.

Frequently (50%-75%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, reaching overhead, grasping/squeezing, keyboard operation

Occasionally (25%-50%) Ability to hear whispered speech level. The use and operation of a motor vehicle.

Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs. Lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds. Climbing ladder/stepstool (varies by area),


Never (0%):

Exposure to Elemental Factors

Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution.

Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.

Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category

Risk for Exposure to BBP

Schedule Weekly Hours:
40

Caregiver Type:
Regular

Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)

Is Exempt Position?
Yes

Job Family:
SPECIALIST

Scheduled Days of the Week:

Shift Start & End Time: