The Blossom Group (Cherry Blossom Farm, Apple Blossom Village and Blooming Acres) is seeking a highly skilled Health & Safety Human Resources Associate, to be an integral part of a busy, dynamic, and growing Human Resources Department. We provide a home for people with complex special needs. Blossom Group is a CARE based organization that provides therapeutic live in programs, we support children, youth, and adults through a range of cognitive, social, and emotional issues, including Autism Spectrum Disorders, neurobiological and developmental disabilities, and those with coexisting mental health and behavioural issues. We strive to improve health outcomes by supporting clients through personalized, accessible healthcare solutions
- Our vision is a world that embraces people with complex special needs.
- Our mission is to create supportive nurturing communities that enable residents to develop to their maximum potential and enjoy an exceptional quality of life.
- To achieve our vision and mission we strive for excellence in every aspect of care and create individualized programs that are developmentally focused, family involved, relationship based, competence centered, trauma informed, and ecologically oriented. Description of Core Responsibilities
- Disability management and return to work/accommodation planning for all work-related and non-work-related injuries/illnesses, acting as the first point of contact for the injury insurance program and for the employee.
- Oversees all work-related injuries and acts as the point of contact for our private workplace injury insurance.
- Arrange Public Health Inspections and be the point of contact.
- Participate in the development and implementation of occupational health and safety policies and programs, including staying up to date with legislative changes and requirements.
- Coordinates and leads workplace inspections, accident investigation, risk assessments and other health and safety activities as required,
including in office visits.
- Acts as Management Co-Chair for the Joint Health and Safety committee meetings in a multi-workplace setting.
- Responsible for coordinating ordering and the distribution of PPE.
- Participates in the full 360 process of recruitment and onboarding, including new hire orientation, creating employment contracts, and updating
job description
s.
- Ensures all required new hire documentation has been collected and maintained in the employee personnel file, including conducting employee reference checks and ensuring legislative compliance.
- Builds applicant sources by researching and contacting community services, colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, media, and internet sites, providing organization information & opportunities.
- Designing, delivering and coordinating all training company-wide using a learner management system, organizing and tracking all annual training for employees to ensure legislative requirements are met.
- Participates in the compliance auditing process conducted by external agencies.
- Filing and general administrative duties.
- Responds to general inquiries by employees and managers.
- Other assigned duties. Education, Experience and Skills
- Human Resources Management or Occupational Health & Safety diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution.
- Minimum 2 year of general Human Resources or Health & Safety experience.
- Strong knowledge of the Employment Standards Act, Privacy Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Human Rights,
and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
- Excellent time management, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written) including building and maintaining positive relationships with co-workers and external clients at all levels.
- Works well independently and as a committed team player.
- Experience with HRIS systems, and experience with ADP is considered an asset.
- Attends to details conscientiously and meets deadlines by carefully prioritizing responsibilities and competing priorities. Other Job Requirements
- Must have own reliable transportation; travel is required to perform on-site visits
- May be required to work outside of regular office hours on occasion
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Broad Record Check
- Satisfactory Health Assessment We sincerely thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. *Blossom Group is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all applicants. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact
[email protected].
* ***QUALIFIED APPLICANTS MUST HOLD APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTS PERMITTING THEM TO RESIDE AND WORK IN CANADA*** We use automated tools, including artificial intelligence systems, to support our recruitment process. These tools may include email automation and transcription analysis to assist in screening and assessing applications. All decisions are reviewed by our hiring team.
Job Type
s: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $52,000.00-$60,400.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Human resources: 1 year (required)
- Health & Safety: 1 year (required) Work
Location:
In person
📌 Health & Safety Human Resources Associate (Minesing)
🏢 Blossom Group
📍 Minesing