Safety, Risk and Compliance Coordinator

DIVISION: Administration

REPORTS TO: Director of Safety Risk and Compliance

SUPERVISES: None

EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY: The Safety Risk and Compliance Coordinator supports Behavioral Health Allies (BHA) in maintaining a safe compliant and risk-aware environment across all programs and service lines.

This role plays a key function in safety program implementation incident review internal investigations risk mitigation and regulatory compliance activities ensuring alignment with federal state and local requirements including DMH DSS DESE OSHA and Medicaid standards.

The Coordinator partners with leadership and cross-functional teams to identify risks investigate incidents implement corrective actions and support audit readiness contributing to a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement.

This position requires strong attention to detail investigative thinking sound judgment and the ability to manage multiple high-priority issues in a fast-paced and sometimes high-risk environment.

This role also supports the administration and oversight of the workers compensation program including light duty coordination and works closely with the Human Resources team and workers compensation carriers to ensure timely reporting compliance and employee support.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience:

Associates degree required; Bachelors degree preferred in Occupational Health & Safety Risk Management Business Administration Criminal Justice or related field

Minimum of 2 years of experience in safety risk management compliance regulatory or criminal enforcement or a related field

Experience in healthcare behavioral health education or human services preferred

Skills & Competencies

Knowledge of regulatory requirements (OSHA DMH DSS DESE Medicaid etc.)

Strong investigative analytical and problem-solving skills

High attention to detail and documentation accuracy

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Strong organizational and tracking skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint)

Ability to remain composed and professional in high-stress or crisis situations

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Empower Through Innovation

Support development and improvement of safety risk and compliance systems

Assist in strengthening incident tracking audit tools and reporting processes

Identify opportunities to improve safety practices and reduce organizational risk

Integrity in Action

Ensure adherence to safety policies compliance standards and regulatory requirements

Maintain accurate complete and audit-ready documentation

Support compliance with OSHA DMH DSS DESE and Medicaid standards

Protect confidentiality of all PHI and sensitive information

Support compliance with workers compensation regulations reporting requirements and documentation standards

Advocate with Passion

Promote a culture of safety accountability and compliance across all programs

Support staff understanding of safety expectations and reporting requirements

Assist in addressing safety concerns incidents and compliance issues

Leaders in Learning

Stay current on safety regulations compliance requirements and industry best practices

Support training and education related to safety compliance and risk management

Assist leadership in identifying trends and opportunities for improvement

Compassionate Care Always

Approach investigations and safety concerns with professionalism objectivity and respect

Support teams through incident follow-up and corrective action processes

Sustainable Growth Lasting Impact

Strengthen systems that reduce risk and improve safety outcomes

Support audit readiness and regulatory compliance across all divisions

Ensure consistency in safety and compliance practices

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety Program Support

Assist in development and implementation of safety policies and procedures

Coordinate and track safety training and compliance requirements

Maintain safety records reports and documentation

Conduct safety audits and inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance

Risk Assessment & Investigations

Participate in risk assessments and safety inspections

Conduct internal investigations including interviews documentation review and analysis

Complete investigation reports including root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action plans

Track and monitor implementation of corrective actions

Ensure timely and accurate incident reporting

Collaborate with external agencies during investigations as directed

Compliance Monitoring

Conduct internal compliance audits and assessments

Support adherence to regulatory requirements and organizational policies

Assist with preparation for audits surveys and licensing reviews

Maintain documentation to support compliance and audit readiness

Training and Awareness

Coordinate safety and compliance training programs

Promote awareness of safety compliance and risk management practices

Support development of training materials and resources

Reporting and Documentation

Maintain accurate and organized documentation related to safety incidents and compliance

Prepare reports for leadership as required

Track trends risks and corrective actions

Other Duties

Perform special projects and organizational initiatives as assigned

Support accreditation or regulatory audits

Attend required meetings trainings and professional development

Model BHA Core Values and professional standards

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

FULL TIME BENEFITS

• Medical Dental & Vision
• 401(k) HSA & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• PTO and Sick Time begin accruing on Day 1
• $100 Monthly Wellness Spending Account after 90 days
• On-Demand Pay access your earnings when you need them

Starting Pay: Our compensation is competitive within the market. The starting rate for this position begins at $28.00 per hour with your final offer based on a combination of your education relevant experience.