Behavioral Health Safety Officer (Evening Shift)

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc.; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a Safety Specialist for behavioral health environments to develop and implement safety protocols and to train staff in crisis intervention and de-escalation.

You will work with clinical teams, security, and other departments to maintain a safe, therapeutic setting. The role requires experience in behavioral health safety and strong documentation skills, with a focus on incident reporting and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Education requirement: High School Diploma or Equivalent; Associate's Degree preferred.
• Experience in a behavioral health setting, with focus on safety or risk management; 2-3 years preferred.
• Knowledge of behavioral health safety practices and protocols.
• Proficiency in incident reporting and safety documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and update safety policies and procedures specific to behavioral health settings.
• Ensure protocols comply with regulatory standards and best practices for patient and staff safety.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential safety hazards and implement mitigation strategies.
• Monitor incidents and near-misses, analyze trends, and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide safety training and education to staff on behavioral health safety practices, including crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
• Respond to and manage behavioral health-related incidents and emergencies, including patient aggression or self-harm.
• Provide support to patients and staff during and after safety incidents, ensuring emotional and psychological well-being.

Skills

Behavioral health safety practices

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Incident reporting

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in Related Field preferred

Job description

North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a Safety Specialist for behavioral health environments to develop and implement safety protocols and to train staff in crisis intervention and de-escalation.

You will work with clinical teams, security, and other departments to maintain a safe, therapeutic setting. The role requires experience in behavioral health safety and strong documentation skills, with a focus on incident reporting and regulatory compliance.