About this role
Under the direction of the Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources (“HR”) Specialist is responsible for coordinating many of the day-to-day HR and Health & Safety (H&S) functions for the Home. Duties will focus on, metrics/data analysis, research, workflow efficiencies, recruitment processes, supporting the Joint Health and Safety Committee, coordinating the activities related to WSIB claims management, non-occupational disability management, hazard and risk assessment, health and safety audits, and various compliance matters for both HR and H&S. The HR Specialist will also support the Manager with various tasks, projects, research and initiatives.This job has limited “employee-facing” responsibilities and acts as more of a resource for back-office type HR functionality. Opportunity for growth to a full HR Generalist exists for the successful individual in this role.A sample of the key responsibility areas- Conduct research, collect data, and provide analysis on various aspects of HR and H&S programs, policies, and corporate projects - identify trends, make recommendations, and prepare reports.- Improve workflow effectiveness through automation of department processes and tools, including standardization of HR-related forms, documented work procedures and employment documentation.- Produce reports and statistical information;
analyze trends and present findings and/or recommendations to assist the management team in managing their workforces.- Responsible for the recruitment and retention functions of the Home.- Provide coordination, research, communications, and support to the Manager, with respect to labour relations and employee services.- Provide employee and labour relations support to managers, which may include note taking in meetings, providing guidance on past practices, etc.- Coordinate and support external HR Manager with projects and more complex workplace investigations.- Identify, develop, and promote staff education related to HSW needs.- Prepare and track Safety Talks, participating in the delivery of the same, as required.- Coordinate or conduct incident investigations, in conjunction with department managers;
prepare reports and make recommendations for corrective actions;
track and follow-up on recommendations.- Assist the Director of Administration in the areas of benefits enrollment, non-occupational injury STD/LTD disability claims, disability claims adjudication, return to work planning and support, etc.- Administer WSIB claims, including completion of Form 7.- Support the Joint Health & Safety Committee.- Related duties, as assigned.What You Will Bring to Us- Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Management, Business Administration, or a related field.- CHRP or in process of obtaining, is preferred.- Joint Health and Safety Committee Certification (Parts I and II) and up to date First Aid including CPR, or willingness to complete within the first year of employment.- 2-3 years’ experience in a Human Resources and/or Health & Safety role, preferably within a unionized work environment. Experience within the healthcare sector is an asset but not a necessity.- Working knowledge of all relevant legislation and regulations.- Comfort with various HRIS (human resources information systems) and other technology/applications.- Well-developed analytical, organizational, research and project/time/records management skills.- Proactive and oriented to make improvements in systems and procedures and generate creative solutions and new approaches to challenges.- Ability to maintain effective relationships (internal and external).- Clear and concise oral and written communication skills with accuracy in details.- Ability to manage and secure confidential/sensitive/controversial information, and to exercise, demonstrate and apply discretion, tact and sound judgment when handling such.- Adept at working independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.Our “must-haves”- Take accountability for own actions.- Be willing to work the hours necessary to ensure the effective operation of the facility.- Be prepared to respond to emergent situations.- Provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.- Be willing to obtain any, and all, required immunizations as set out by legislation or regulations.What We Offer to You- Competitive wages ($ 65,897.11 - $72, 016.14) per annum based on a 40-hour work week)- Health Benefits, Paid vacation, OMERS pension plan… and an awesome team!#J-18808-Ljbffr