Occupational Health and Patient Safety Coordinator
AB, Canada
Temporary
Occupational Health and Patient Safety
Entry Level
A Rewarding Career at CASA Mental Health
Are you passionate about creating hope for children, youth and families? At CASA Mental Health, every role contributes to our vision of a community where all children and youth are empowered to thrive.
Job Details
Salary range: $62,464 - $93,167
Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day
Primary location: Multi-site
Union: Out of Scope
Classification: Occupational Health and Patient Safety Coordinator
FTE: 1.0
Status: Term (18 months)
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager, Occupational Health and Patient Safety (OHPS), the OHPS Coordinator is responsible for carrying out day-to-day tasks to maintain the organization’s health and patient safety programs. The OHPS Coordinator supports organizational compliance with provincial requirements and contributes to a culture of occupational health and patient safety aligned with CASA’s values of community, child-centered and family-inclusive care, collaboration, equity, diversity and inclusion, and outcomes-based accountability.
The Occupational Health and Patient Safety Coordinator will:
At CASA, we know a career in mental health is more than just a job, it’s a calling. That’s why we take care of the people who make that care possible. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for growth, and the support you need to rest, recharge and continue making a difference.
What We Offer:
Your success matters to us. If there is anything we can do to make the application or interview process more accessible for you, please let us know at [email protected]
Closing Date: June 8, 2026
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials 26-087
Are you passionate about creating hope for children, youth and families? At CASA Mental Health, every role contributes to our vision of a community where all children and youth are empowered to thrive.
Job Details
Salary range: $62,464 - $93,167
Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day
Primary location: Multi-site
Union: Out of Scope
Classification: Occupational Health and Patient Safety Coordinator
FTE: 1.0
Status: Term (18 months)
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager, Occupational Health and Patient Safety (OHPS), the OHPS Coordinator is responsible for carrying out day-to-day tasks to maintain the organization’s health and patient safety programs. The OHPS Coordinator supports organizational compliance with provincial requirements and contributes to a culture of occupational health and patient safety aligned with CASA’s values of community, child-centered and family-inclusive care, collaboration, equity, diversity and inclusion, and outcomes-based accountability.
The Occupational Health and Patient Safety Coordinator will:
- Respond to safety questions, concerns and reported incidents in a timely manner.
- Prioritize and carry out action items assigned to the OHPS department due to incidents and inspections.
- Escalate incidents, near misses and patient safety concerns based on established thresholds.
- Travel regularly between CASA sites to provide on-site support, including ergonomic assessments and adjustments, quarterly first aid kit audits and site inspections.
- Coordinate fire safety logistics including scheduling drills, sending communications and updating documentation.
- Support the coordination and delivery of a variety of training including but not limited to first aid, fire warden, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and patient safety.
- Good working knowledge of the OHS Act, regulations and code requirements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong education, instruction and presentation skills. Knowledge of adult learning principles is an asset.
- Ability to build and maintain trusting working relationships with internal and external careholders.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
- Strong time management skills including the ability to prioritize competing work demands in a fast-paced, collaborative, health care environment.
- Excellent attention to detail in all aspects of work.
- A post-secondary certificate or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety is required.
- Experience in a health care environment (hospital, community-based or equivalent) or mental health treatment setting is a strong asset.
- Education in patient safety provided by a recognized Canadian organization or similar education or experience is an asset.
- Must maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) and be physically able to perform all interventions.
- Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) designation and valid first aid and CPR certifications are assets.
- A satisfactory Criminal Records Check This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
- Must be able to lift 13 kg on a regular basis.
- May be required to travel and must hold a Class 5 Driver’s License and have access to a vehicle
- Ability to sit for long periods of time
- Ability to train in different restraints required by TCI as needed
- Multi-site location
- Hybrid eligible
At CASA, we know a career in mental health is more than just a job, it’s a calling. That’s why we take care of the people who make that care possible. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for growth, and the support you need to rest, recharge and continue making a difference.
What We Offer:
- Employer-paid health and dental benefits, including $750 per paramedical practitioner and $2,000 annually in mental health services.
- Five paid wellness days plus a holiday break in December to spend time with loved ones.
- Paid time off for illness, bereavement, moving and education.
- Up to 12 weeks parental leave top-up so you can spend precious time with your new addition.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a range of employee discounts.
- Ongoing learning and growth opportunities including annual training events such as Indigenous Learnings Day.
- Recognition and community-building through employee appreciation events, team celebrations and opportunities to connect across CASA locations.
Your success matters to us. If there is anything we can do to make the application or interview process more accessible for you, please let us know at [email protected]
Closing Date: June 8, 2026
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials 26-087
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