Safety Specialist

Safety Specialist - Decatur, Illinois

Salary: $18.00-$24.00 per hour ($37,440-$49,920 annually, based on education and experience).

Schedule: Full-Time | First Shift | Every other Friday off (paid wellness day)

Looking for a career where your work truly matters? Heritage Behavioral Health Center is hiring passionate professionals!

About Heritage Behavioral Health Center

We are a mission-driven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic located in Decatur, Illinois who is dedicated to improving mental health and substance use care to individuals in a multi-county area. We recognize that all individuals at our organization have an impact on client care - regardless of the position they hold.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Collaborative mission-driven work environment
• Every other Friday off - paid wellness days
• Competitive salaries aligned with state and national benchmarks

At Heritage, we believe in taking care of our staff's needs so that they can concentrate on taking care of the needs of the individuals we serve. Our staff are our greatest asset, and we treat them as such!

Overview:

Heritage Behavioral Health Center is seeking a dedicated Safety Specialist with prior experience in security or safety roles. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of our Decatur facilities.

Your Role:

As a Safety Specialist, you will be responsible for maintaining a secure environment for staff, clients, and visitors. You will serve as the first responder to internal emergencies and collaborate closely with emergency personnel and Heritage staff to uphold safety standards.

Safety Specialist - Heritage Behavioral Health Center (Decatur, Illinois)

As a Safety Specialist, you will be responsible for maintaining a secure environment for staff, clients, and visitors. You will serve as the first responder to internal emergencies and collaborate closely with emergency personnel and Heritage staff to uphold safety standards.

Core Responsibilities:

• Conduct rounds to secure interior spaces of buildings
• Monitor sensitive areas during high-traffic times
• Enforce designated smoking areas on building exteriors
• Assist emergency personnel as needed
• Respond promptly to internal emergency codes
• Continuously monitor all floors for safety or security concerns
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with fellow safety team members and Heritage staff

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to be firm yet compassionate
• Experience working with individuals with mental health or substance use challenges using trauma-informed approaches is highly recommended

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior security and/or safety experience preferred
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance required

Heritage also offers the following with this position:

• Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday leave
• Wellness Benefits: Every other Friday off paid, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and fitness reimbursement
• Insurance: Health, dental, vision, flex spending accounts (healthcare, dependent care), and additional life insurance. Health insurance includes substantial agency contributions toward the cost.
• Retirement: 401k and Roth
• Professional Growth: Tuition assistance and continuing education opportunities

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join a team that cares about your well-being as much as the individuals we serve!