HR GeneralistDepartment: Human ResourcesReports To: Director of Human ResourcesWorks Closely With: Program Managers, Quality Assurance, Finance, and Senior LeadershipLocation: Dundas, ONEmployment Type: Full-Time Contract (12-Month Contract)Position SummaryThe HR Generalist is responsible for the accurate and timely administration of payroll, benefits, WSIB, employee training, and human resources compliance functions. The position plays a key role in supporting legislative compliance, employee development, and operational effectiveness across the organization.Working closely with Finance, HR, and Program Managers, this role provides office-based support to group home and program staff by ensuring payroll accuracy, benefits access, and timely management of workplace injury processes. This role also serves as the in-house trainer for Abuse Prevention and related compliance training, ensuring annual training, sign-offs, and required documentation are completed in accordance with legislation, MCCSS requirements, and organizational policy.Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll AdministrationProcess bi-weekly payroll for all employees (full-time, part-time, and casual) using Inclusion SystemMaintain accurate employee records, including new hires, terminations, status changes, and wage adjustments.Ensure compliance with ESA, CRA regulations, and the Collective Agreement (including premiums, scheduling changes, and overtime rules)Track, reconcile, and investigate payroll hours, leave balances, and discrepancies to ensure employees are accurately compensated.Prepare and process year-end requirements, including T4s and related reportingBenefits AdministrationAdminister employee benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, and terminationsAct as the primary liaison with benefits providers to resolve issues and ensure accurate billingProvide office-based support to employees regarding benefits inquiries, including assistance with claims, coverage questions, and benefits provider coordination.Reconcile monthly benefits invoices and coordinate timely paymentsSupport annual benefits renewals and staff communicationsWSIB & Return-to-Work CoordinationManage WSIB claims,



including reporting workplace injuries within required timelinesCoordinate return-to-work plans in collaboration with HR and Program Managers, providing office-based administrative support for employees on WSIB leave.Process WSIB payments and maintain accurate documentationMonitor claims and ensure compliance with WSIB requirements and reporting deadlinesSupport audits and provide documentation as requiredTraining & Compliance SupportServe as the in-house trainer for Abuse Prevention training.Provide training to employees and individuals supported, as required.Review Rights and Restrictions with individuals supported and ensure required documentation is completed.Debrief Safe Management incidents and support follow-up documentation.Schedule training for new hires and annual refresher training for existing staff, including Medication, First Aid, Safe Management, and Abuse Prevention.Maintain training certificates, expiry dates, and required sign-offs.Ensure annual sign-offs are up to date as required by legislation, MCCSS, and organizational policy.Assign Citation Learning modules as required and monitor completion.Maintain organizational training records and prepare compliance reports related to employee training, certifications, and legislative requirements.Compliance & ReportingEnsure payroll, benefits, WSIB, training, and HR compliance processes adhere to applicable legislation, MCCSS requirements, internal policies, and the Collective Agreement.Prepare regular reports related to payroll, advantages, WSIB, training, and compliance activities for leadership.Maintain strict confidentiality of employee and organizational informationEmployee & Operational SupportRespond to employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and WSIB in a timely and professional mannerCollaborate with Program Managers to ensure accurate payroll and time tracking inputs,



while providing administrative support from the Dundas office.Support internal and external audits by providing required documentationIdentify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracyQualifications & ExperiencePost-secondary education in Payroll, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related fieldPCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) designation or working toward certification is an assetMinimum 3–5 years of experience in payroll and benefits administrationDirect experience managing WSIB claims and return-to-work processesStrong understanding of ESA, CRA requirements, and payroll legislationExperience working in a unionized environment (preferred)Experience supporting unionized developmental services agencies from an office-based administrative role is preferred.Experience supporting staff training, compliance tracking, or learning management systems is considered an asset.Experience facilitating staff training and knowledge of Abuse Prevention, Rights Restrictions, and MCCSS requirements is considered an asset.Skills & CompetenciesHigh level of accuracy and attention to detailStrong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlinesAbility to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretionExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to facilitate training and maintain accurate compliance records.Proficiency in payroll and HRIS systems (Inclusion System experience considered an asset)Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively across departmentsCompensation & Benefits$32.70 per hour (35 hours per week)Paid vacation and personal daysOpportunities for professional developmentWorking ConditionsThis position is primarily office-based at Choices Association headquarters in Dundas, ON, with three days per week required on-site.This is a full-time, 12-month contract position.The role involves coordinating payroll, benefits, WSIB, training, and HR compliance activities for all residential and community programs.Occasional need to meet payroll deadlines outside standard working hours.Why Join ChoicesBe part of a mission-driven organization supporting individuals with intellectual disabilitiesContribute to a collaborative, person-centred environmentPlay a key role in supporting frontline staff and organizational operations#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Hr Generalist (12 Month Contract) - C$32.7 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Choices Association
📍 Winnipeg