Job Description

　　The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital (LSH), operated by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), is seeking an experienced individual to be The Hospital Emergency Management Coordinator. The incumbent is responsible for the planning, implementation, and coordination of emergency management activities within the hospital. This role is critical in ensuring the hospital's readiness to respond effectively to emergencies, disasters, and other crisis situations. The Emergency Management Coordinator will work closely with various departments and stakeholders to develop and maintain comprehensive emergency management plans, facilitate training and exercises, and promote a culture of preparedness and resilience.

　　Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30PM, Weekends Off

　　Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

　　Develop, update, and maintain the hospital's emergency management plans, including response protocols, continuity of operations plans, and recovery strategies.Collaborate with departmental leaders and subject matter experts to ensure the inclusion of all relevant stakeholders in emergency planning activities.Conduct regular assessments and audits to identify gaps, vulnerabilities, and opportunities for improvement in emergency preparedness efforts.Stay informed about relevant regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and emerging trends in hospital emergency management.Coordinate and facilitate emergency management training programs and exercises for hospital staff, ensuring that they are adequately prepared to respond to emergencies.Develop educational materials, conduct presentations, and provide guidance to promote a culture of emergency preparedness throughout the organization.Collaborate with Human Resources to integrate emergency management training into new employee orientation and ongoing staff development programs.Responsible for periodic revision of, distribution of, and education around the Emergency Operations Plan. Serve as the primary point of contact for emergency response coordination during crisis situations.Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, such as local emergency management agencies, law enforcement, and healthcare partners, to ensure a seamless and coordinated response.Provide guidance and support to incident commanders and other key personnel during emergency response operations.Monitor and assess the effectiveness of response efforts, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective measures as necessary.Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal departments, community partners, and government agencies. Coordinate the dissemination of emergency alerts, notifications, and other critical information to hospital staff, patients, and visitors.Develop and implement communication plans for various emergency scenarios.Maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to emergency management activities.Prepare and present regular reports on emergency preparedness, response capabilities, and progress on achieving emergency management objectives.Assist in the preparation of grant applications and funding requests to support emergency management initiatives.

　　Required Qualifications:

　　Direct experience with Emergency Management scenarios.Knowledge of Emergency Management theories and Incident Command concepts.Deal tactfully, cooperate, and collaborate with others.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Knowledge of TJC, CMS, DPH, OSHA, FEMA and MEMA standards/regulations.Ability to prioritize competing priorities and make decisions,Write concisely, express thoughts clearly and develop ideas in logic) sequence.Prepare reports.Gather information through observation and interviewing.Record information provided orally.Ability to maintain accurate arid organized records.Exercise discretion in handling confidential information.Exercise sound judgment and adjust to changing/emergency situations.Possession of current and valid MA Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

　　About the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital:

　　Lemuel Shattuck Hospital is a fully Joint Commission accredited teaching facility that provides acute, subacute, and ambulatory care to patients referred by public agencies and private sector providers. Shattuck Hospital's services help economically and socially disadvantaged patients to get high quality, cost-effective care from a staff that respects their dignity.

　　Located in the heart of Boston's Jamaica Plain neighborhood, the Shattuck Hospital includes 248 inpatient beds including 95 Psychiatric beds and 29 Correctional Health beds. In addition, the Shattuck has a full outpatient clinic with many specialties that offers treatment to patients of the Department of Mental Health as well as Department of Correction and House of Correction inmates and community patients.

　　The Shattuck hospital is on the forefront of substance use disorder treatment including a Suboxone clinic serving 200 patients. In addition to direct medical services LSH hosts and supports an array of services located on the campus, serving patients struggling with addictions and homelessness.

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　　Learn more about Shattuck Hospital: https://www.mass.gov/locations/lemuel-shattuck-hospital

　　Relocation information: https://www.mass.gov/service-details/dph-renovation-for-shattuck-hospital-replacement-building

　　Pre-Hire Process:

　　A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

　　Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

　　Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website, http://www.mass.gov

　　If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form

　　For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #2

　　Qualifications

　　First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

　　MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional, administrative or managerial experience in business administration, business management or public administration the major duties of which involved program management, program administration, program coordination, program planning and/or program analysis, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

　　Substitutions:

　　I. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for the required experience.

　　II. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major other than in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.

　　*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

　　Comprehensive Benefits

　　When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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　　COVID Vaccine: As a condition of employment, depending on job assignment and location, employees may be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination and/or other vaccinations, or to have been approved for a vaccination exemption prior to their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment

　　An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

　　The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.