Emergency Preparedness Specialist

Emergency Preparedness Specialist

Department: Security

Program: Engineering & Infrastructure

Status: Temporary Part Time (6 months)

8 Hour Shifts, Days Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location: Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $ $56.770 per hour

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Manager Security and Emergency Preparedness, the major focus of the Emergency Preparedness Specialist will be to ensure the development, implementation and sustainability of the Lakeridge Health Emergency Management & Business Continuity Programs. This includes planning, project and program emergency response plans, training, education and engagement, exercise design, execution and support to include liaising closely with internal and external stakeholders. This role will work collaboratively with all members of the health care team to ensure emergency and business impact analysis continuity plans, including fire safety, pandemic and disaster planning remain current and incorporate current best practices. Travel with some on-call coverage required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors of Disaster and Emergency Management (BDEM) and/or related equivalent education /experience;
• Recent related experience in both Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity, preferably in a healthcare environment;
• Emergency Management Training Certification;
• Certification and/or Equivalent experience/knowledge with; Incident Management System IMS 100/200/250 Office of the Fire Marshall and Emergency Management; Fire Safety Plan Development; Fire Alarm System; Fire safety training for employees of care and treatment Occupancies; Emergency Management levels 125 and 131; Healthcare Emergency Preparedness Codes in Ontario; Healthcare Disaster Planning and Recovery; Business Continuity Plan development;
• Proficient with Microsoft Office computer programs, Meditech and mobile devices;
• Experience in technology planning, forecasting and asset management with proven critical/strategic thinking skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively with valuable members of interdisciplinary teams, community support system/services and various Community Service partners (ie. Police/Fire/Paramedic);
• Expert knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional methodologies, technology-enabled design and learning methods to implement emergency response plans/procedures for evacuation procedures and communication techniques;
• Expert negotiation with challenging client groups and ability to exercise a high degree of judgment, react calmly and effectively in emergency situations;
• Proven knowledge of creating and effective communicating Emergency Preparedness program policies/procedures, ensuring adherence with mandatory in-services and data entry for auditing;

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures.

Lakeridge Health thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.