STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Safety Program Officer

Recruitment #211126-0169AR-001

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Introduction


The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

The Connecticut Mental Health Center (CMHC) is an urban community mental health center with an exceptional 55+ year tradition of serving individuals with serious mental illness. Founded in 1966, we care for more than 5,000 people a year in a variety of services! We treat individuals suffering from severe and persistent psychosis, depression, anxiety, addictions (including alcoholism, cocaine, and gambling) and those with co-existing mental health and addiction problems.

Are you passionate about ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements as it pertains to safety? If you are we want you to apply. We are currently recruiting for a Safety Program Officer (PCN: 129015) within Fiscal Services, This position is full time, 40 hours per week working Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. We are located at 34 Park Street in New Haven, Ct.

Discover the opportunity to:
  • Be responsible for assuring compliance with regulatory requirements (including but not limited to TJC, OSHA and NFPA) related to safety, environment of care, emergency management, fire prevention, hazardous materials and waste management, medical equipment management and utilities management;
  • Perform frequent inspections;
  • Provide employee orientation and training;
  • Assure continuous readiness for review and inspection by regulatory bodies and advises management and senior leadership about necessary resources, adjustments and corrective action as appropriate.
We participate in a competitive benefits plan that includes healthcare coverage, a retirement plan, as well as, paid time off. We offer outstanding work/life balance and limitless opportunity!

Selection Plan

The immediate vacancy is listed above, however applications to this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in this job class.

All State employees shall follow the guidelines as listed in Executive Orders 13F (3a) and 13G (3a).

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This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications - as listed on the job opening - will be considered for this role, as determined by qualifications stated on the submitted application.

Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.

The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

Effective October 1, 2021 and in order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.

You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.

Should you have questions regarding this recruitment please contact Andrew Pebley at Andrew.Pebley@ct.gov or (860) 785-6185.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in safety inspections, training and coordinating workers' compensation issues involving the evaluation and analysis of occupational safety and health problems and living conditions.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Coordinates accident prevention activities in agency; conducts routine periodic inspections of agency to ensure compliance with the National Fire Prevention Act (NFPA), Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), The Joint Commission (TJC), Veterans’ Administration (VA) and/or other safety, health and sanitary codes and environmental regulations; recommends corrective action for any deficiencies; identifies agency needs in safety and loss control and evaluates effectiveness of implemented safety policies, procedures and guidelines; uses statistics and inspection reports to make recommendations for injury reduction and loss control; investigates accidents and maintains appropriate records; prepares fire evacuation plans; directs, coordinates and evaluates all disaster plan activities; conducts life safety inspections; participates in agency Safety Committee; schedules and conducts in-service safety training for staff; maintains contacts with individuals inside and outside agency who might impact on health, safety and workers' compensation issues; may serve as agency Fire Marshal; may represent agency at workers' compensation hearings; may coordinate building security access activities; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of principles of occupational safety and health practices; knowledge of principles and practices of accident prevention; knowledge of NFPA Fire and Life Safety Codes, TJC, OSHA and other health, sanitary and environmental codes; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable ability in oral and written communication; ability to analyze and evaluate accidents, their causes and recommend effective control measures; ability to plan, develop, implement and evaluate agency safety and health programs; ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Six (6) years of experience in occupational safety and health inspections, risk management or loss control.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

1. College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
2. A Master's degree in occupational safety, risk management or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Our preferred candidate will have:
  • Experience working on safety and regulatory issues and tasks in a healthcare facility;
  • Experience reviewing, writing and revising environment of care, health and safety policies and procedures;
  • Experience conducting and following up on health and safety and environment of care inspections;
  • Experience working at a professional level on compliance with hospital accreditation requirements of The Joint Commission;
  • Experience working at a professional level on the Safety Committee of a healthcare facility.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.





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