Specialist - Health and Safety

Description

Working independently and in a team environment, the Health & Safety Specialist ensures the health and safety of the organization’s employees, clients, and guests through effective health and safety best practices. Helps the organization in the prevention and reduction of accidents and injuries. Responsible for ensuring the organization is compliant with various health and safety standards (OSHA, Head Start Performance Standards, Life Safety Code, etc.) Performs routine audits and inspections of Early Head Start and Head Start classrooms and playgrounds, neighborhood service centers, general offices, and other workspaces throughout the organization’s eleven county service area.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Maintains familiarity with applicable health and safety standards as prescribed by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration, the Office of Head Start, the State of Georgia, and the State of Alabama.

• Conducts routine, scheduled and ad hoc audits and inspections of all Early Head Start/Head Start classrooms/playgrounds, neighborhood service centers, and other organizational workplaces to ensure compliance with applicable health and safety standards.

• Investigates accidents, incidents, and near-misses to determine root cause and to develop preventive measures to reduce likelihood of future occurrences.

• Develops Standard Operating Procedures to assist the organization with maintaining a healthy and safe environment for all client children and employees.

• Develops and conducts training on health and safety standards related to child safety, workplace safety, and emergency preparedness.

• Provides technical assistance to leadership in the areas of health, safety, licensing, and related matters. Serves as Subject Matter Expert in these areas.

• Maintains records of inspections, investigations, incidents, and accidents.

• Works collaboratively with external partners, inspectors, auditors, and others as needed to maintain a healthy and safe environment.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Associates degree or Bachelor degree in related field
• Experience with safety policy development and implementation
• Must be experienced developing and delivering safety training
• Proven oral and written communication skills with excellent interpersonal skills
• Able to interact with all levels of an organization and with third party partners
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications (PowerPoint, Word and Excel)
• Limited business travel 
• Must be bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Certified Safety Professional preferred
• 3 years of experience in Risk Management/Safety Programs preferred

Salary : $22