SalaryThe salary range for this position is CAD $38.88 per hour to CAD $55.89 per hour.Job Accuracy Posting FlagThe hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes. Testing may be required. A criminal record check may be required.SummaryReporting to the Manager, Violence Prevention, the Advisor participates in the development and implementation of violence prevention initiatives at all Providence Health Care sites. The Advisor is responsible for ensuring PHC meets organizational objectives in addition to maintaining compliance with OH&S; standards and regulations. The position assists in the development of core and risk‑specific curricula for workplace violence prevention education that meets the needs of all employees within PHC, and that allows the organization to honour agreements reached between healthcare employers and unions to enhance violence prevention initiatives. The Advisor facilitates in‑person training to all in‑house Public Safety Officers and Safety Support Workers in Trauma‑Informed Practice, through a train‑the‑trainer model. The Advisor provides regular reporting to the Ministry of Health on the relational security initiative and supports the implementation of Ministry’s Workforce Violence Prevention Policy Directive and framework, including regular reporting to the Ministry’s Health and Safety Unit. The Advisor will assume leadership and budgetary responsibilities for employees selected to be trained to provide violence prevention education. The Advisor enhances partnerships with key stakeholders both internal and external at a variety of levels, provides ongoing consultation to multidisciplinary health care teams across PHC, and represents stakeholders on committees and working groups as required.What You BringEducationA level of education, training and experience equivalent to a degree or diploma in occupational health and safety, nursing,



social work or a related discipline is required, plus five (5) years of progressive health and safety experience in a large unionized organization, preferably in a health care environment. Demonstrated experience, knowledge and achievements relating to prevention of violence in the workplace is preferred. Must be willing and able to receive appropriate Occupational First Aid Level 2 (OFA2) training and be a part of the workplace first‑aid team at the Providence Health Care 1190 Hornby offices.Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrated knowledge of current health and safety legislation, regulations and statutes; strong mediation and facilitation skills and the ability to problem solve complex issues; ability to communicate effectively and present explicit and decisive information, using the principles of adult education; ability to provide leadership, guidance and direction to others including team members, leaders and staff; ability to effectively organize, prioritize and delegate work in order to meet deadlines; ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization with internal and external stakeholders; demonstrated knowledge of critical incident interventions, risk assessment and incident investigation processes; demonstrated ability towork effectively both independently and collaboratively with a team; excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; knowledge of research methodology and commitment to program evaluation; ability to operate related equipment,



including various computer software applications; physical ability to perform the duties of the position.What We OfferEngage staff, managers and leaders in the analysis of violence data and support them in developing action plans to address issues.Facilitate violence prevention education including orientation; promote safety awareness through ongoing education and training throughout PHC.Develop programs/strategies that eliminate or effectively control risks in the health care setting in accordance with regulation.Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and participate in local and provincial Violence Prevention Committees.Participate in the ongoing development and improvement of the patient alert system and related processes.Coordinate the completion of violence risk assessments, workplace inspections and incident investigations and use data from these processes to develop and implement policies and procedures.Facilitate in‑person training to all in‑house Public Safety Officers/Safety Support Workers as they onboard, in Trauma‑Informed Practice, through a train‑the‑trainer model.Provide regular reporting to the Ministry of Health on the relational security initiative, including training completion and violence reporting as determined by OHS Council and the Ministry.Support the implementation of Ministry’s Workforce Violence Prevention Policy Directive and framework, including regular reporting to the Ministry’s Health and Safety Unit.Monitor performance regarding compliance with the goals of the Violence Prevention Program and regularly evaluate its effectiveness.Maintain awareness of trends and issues in health care, specifically violence prevention, through education, literature reviews and other means.Identify opportunities and strategies to enhance delivery of educational information.Provide expertise and guidance to staff and leaders regarding effective violence prevention and management techniques, coach and mentor staff, and enable development opportunities.Perform other related duties as assigned.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Violence Prevention Advisor - C$38.9 - C$55.9 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Providence Health Care
📍 Winnipeg