Safety Manager

About Damien Center

Founded in 1987, Damien Center is Indiana's longest-standing and largest AIDS service organization, providing comprehensive support to over 8,000 individuals living with or at risk of HIV. Their services span care coordination, clinical and pharmacy services, mental health, housing, and nutrition, all aimed at delivering safe, welcoming care and advocacy.

Position Overview

The Safety Manager leads the strategic and operational management of safety, security, emergency preparedness, and risk mitigation throughout Damien Center's programs and facilities. This role functions as a liaison with law enforcement and emergency responders and supports daily safety functions including physical security and organizational readiness. Responsibilities include chairing the Health & Safety Committee, managing the Safety Warden program, and spearheading life and fire safety initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and annually review comprehensive safety, security, emergency preparedness, workplace violence prevention, and weather response plans grounded in trauma-informed approaches.
• Collaborate across clinical and nonclinical teams to tailor safety protocols for diverse programs such as medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, housing, harm reduction, and food security.
• Conduct risk assessments in higher-risk areas and establish trauma-informed safety measures.
• Maintain up-to-date safety documentation including Safety Data Sheets, drill logs, emergency signage, and training records.
• Ensure inclusivity and accessibility in safety communications and protocols for individuals with disabilities, language challenges, and mobility constraints.
• Monitor safety data and trends to identify risks and promote ongoing improvement.
• Lead response and coordination for life safety incidents such as fire alarms, severe weather, and behavioral or medical emergencies.
• Act as primary contact for fire/life safety inspections and alarm monitoring, organizing drills and tabletop exercises for high-risk scenarios.
• Cooperate with local emergency agencies to ensure coordinated preparedness and response.
• Chair the Health & Safety Committee and manage the Safety Warden program, overseeing evacuation and emergency procedure training.
• Manage and deliver annual safety training, maintaining American Red Cross BLS Instructor certification and ensuring CPR/AED training compliance.
• Provide non-clinical support during behavioral health or substance use-related incidents and assist post-incident safety improvement planning.
• Oversee contract security personnel, access control, surveillance, and security infrastructure management, liaising with IT, HR, law enforcement, and emergency services.
• Supervise Safety Specialist(s), backup coverage provision, and oversee vehicle safety and compliance.
• Coordinate with compliance managers on regulatory adherence and handle incident reporting, investigations, and accountability processes.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least five years of experience in safety, facility safety, or risk management.
• American Red Cross BLS Instructor certification or willingness to obtain within six months.
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry or Healthcare certification or willingness to obtain within twelve months.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency (with additional annual compensation).
• Experience designing and conducting instructor-led or eLearning training.
• Familiarity with incident management software.
• Background in healthcare, behavioral health, community health, or harm reduction, especially in HIV/AIDS-affected populations.
• Work experience may substitute education requirements on a case-by-case basis.

Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional organizational and administrative skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and office management systems.
• Ability to work independently while delivering high-quality results on schedule.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with proactive leadership communication.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit, reach, talk, hear, and use hands to handle objects.
• Frequently stands or walks and may occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.
• Requires close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Primarily office settings with extensive computer use.
• Noise levels range from minimal to moderate.
• Remote work is selectively allowed with supervisory approval.
• Environment encourages courtesy, respect, inclusion, and positivity.

Salary and Benefits

• Annual salary of $60,000.
• 150 hours of paid time off during the first year, increasing to 195 hours annually thereafter.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Medical coverage options inclusive of PPO or HDHP plans.
• Dental and vision insurance plans.
• Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account options.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 403(b) retirement plan with 5% employer matching, fully vested after 90 days.
• Life insurance coverage equal to twice the annual salary, plus voluntary options for spouse and child.
• Short- and long-term disability plans.
• Access to CALM mental health app subscription.
• Professional development and tuition assistance opportunities.
• Annual performance review including potential salary increase.

Additional Information

Employment is contingent on influenza vaccination and annual tuberculosis testing unless a medical or religious exemption applies. The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to non-discrimination across all employment practices. Employment at Damien Center is at-will, with role duties subject to change.