A Full-Time Manager, Health, Safety and Wellness (12-Month Contract) This is a hybrid position, with a mix of 3 in-office work and 2 work-from-home days, offering a balanced hybrid schedule. Our main office at 4211 Yonge Street has subsidized underground parking and is located conveniently on the subway line and GO transit.

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Health and Safety Develop, implement and evaluate agency initiatives, programs and training that support employee health and safety. Promote agency adherence to relevant health and safety legislation, organizational policies and standard operating procedures (including but not limited to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act and Ontario Human Rights Code) and lead activities related to the Ministry of Labour. Collaborate with the Supervisor/Management/Executive teams to provide expert advice and guidance regarding occupational health and safety best practice and the interpretation and application of related programs and policies.

Ensure regular review of existing employee health and safety programs and agency policies related to employee health and well-being and recommend program improvements based on employee evaluation/feedback. Oversee the maintenance and review of documentation related to hazard and risk management, recommend control measures and develop educational materials. Oversee the agency’s involvement in WSIB’s Health and Safety Excellence Program by choosing health and safety topics to participate in, completing evidence submissions and receiving rebates from WSIB with successful completion of the program.

Actively co-chair the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) and monitor the overall performance of the JHSC. Oversee the investigation of workplace illnesses/injuries and provide recommendations to improve safety within the agency. Provide support to agency Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) initiatives and programs and participate in pandemic planning/response.

Act as a key resource for emergency response on matters related to employee health and safety. Collect, analyze and report on data to determine organizational trends in support of health, safety and wellness policies, programs and initiatives Employee Health and Wellness Develop, implement and evaluate agency initiatives and programs that support employee health and well-being, including the development and delivery of surveys,



communication materials and employee education. Ensure regular review of the annual Wellness at Work Strategy and Action Plan, and agency programs and policies related to employee health and well-being.

Oversee the management of the agency’s existing health and wellness programs, including developing regular communications to promote the programs to employees. Manage the agency’s involvement in Excellence Canada’s Healthy Workplace Standard accreditation program, including liaising with Excellence Canada contacts, recommending next steps to agency Senior Leadership to progress along the Standard, and completing the evidence submission. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Develop, implement and evaluate agency initiatives and programs that support employee inclusion and belonging, including the development of surveys, communication materials and employee education.

Ensure regular review of the annual DEI Strategy and Action Plan, and agency programs and policies related to employee health and well-being. Stay informed on industry best practices, trends, and legal requirements related to DEI and integrate these into agency policies and programs. WSIB Claims Management Oversee the day-to-day administration of agency workplace illness/injury claims with the goal of returning employees to work and reducing costs to the agency.

Oversee and update the agency's Return to Work Program, Processes and Policies to ensure continual improvement. Make recommendations and prepare employee communications that focus on prevention to reduce workplace illness/injury claims. Utilize WSIB tools to analyze illness/injury rates against other community care agencies, identify hazards, and compare successes.

Liaise with legal representation to dispute ongoing claims, prepare evidence submissions and participate in WSIAT hearings as necessary. Consult with employees about their time off balances, including sick time, vacation time, personal time, bereavement leave, maternity/paternity leave etc.



Provide guidance on the interpretation of HR policies and processes as it relates to absence management and respond to employee inquiries related to absence management and time off.

Identify key trends related to employee absences using the BI sick time dashboard, HRIS- Dayforce and EasyCare software on a regular basis and recommend solutions as required to related stakeholders. Keep informed of provincial and/or federal support programs that employees may be able to access while they are on approved leave of absence. Lead and/or participate in cross-functional project teams to lend skills, competence and professional knowledge and expertise.

Risk, Health and Safety Management Participate in health and safety processes and procedures. Participate in maintaining a safe workplace environment by cultivating a positive safety culture and encouraging best practices to promote both staff and client safety and well-being. Participate in all health and safety training initiatives on a regular basis.

Protect the well-being of staff by providing a safe and healthy working environment. Promote a culture of safety by being responsible for encouraging blame-free reporting. Investigate adverse events by performing a root cause analysis and gathering all relevant information as it pertains to the event. 5+ years of experience in Human Resources with a focus on employee health and safety and DEI and workplace wellness is preferred and at least 3+ years of proven leadership experience.

Experience in the non-profit sector, unionized environment and community health care is an asset. Robust working knowledge and experience in WSIB Case Management and developing viable solutions to reduce costs and support employee health and safety Comprehensive knowledge of current Ontario Health & Safety legislation and related regulations Experience working with HRIS systems (Dayforce) and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.) including teams, SharePoint, OneDrive Certification as a Joint Health and Safety Committee member is an asset Demonstrated ability in leading, coaching and mentoring a team of direct reports Experience in presenting and collaborating with Senior Executives to support the growth of the Healthy Workplace culture. Exceptional customer services skillset and mindset.

📌 Manager - Health, Safety, and Wellness (12-Month Contract) (Toronto)
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