With 55 schools, over 25,000 students and more than 4,500 employees, the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) is an education community bound together by our beliefs. Our facilities are located in some of the most beautiful natural settings in the province. Our Board encompasses a large and dynamic mixture of urban centers, small towns and rural areas throughout Central Ontario. We offer excellent programs, resources and supports so that students are provided with every opportunity to reach their future goals and aspirations. At this time of reconciliation through education, we are committed to meaningful and respectful relationships as we live, work, play and pray together on this traditional territory. Health and Wellness Coordinator

Open To: Open Competition

Job Location: Catholic Education Centre, 46 Alliance Blvd., Barrie, Ontario

Position Type / Hours: Full-Time Permanent. Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, 35 hours weekly, plus overtime as required, existing vacancy

Annual Compensation: $71,381 to $87,638 commensurate with education, skills and experience.

Coordinates the Board’s Short-Term Leave Disability Plan (STLDP) and the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB) claims processes in a highly confidential manner to promote a safe and early return-to-work with various employee groups within the parameters of various bodies of legislation. Advises and supports schools and centralized Board departments in the proactive reduction of employee accidents and injuries through health & wellness initiatives. This position acts as a health and safety resource/liaison for the Board and develops, maintains, and updates health and safety programs, procedures and processes. This position investigates accidents/incidents/emergencies and manages the collection and evaluation of health and safety incident data.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

❖ Manages Disability & WSIB Claims: Coordinates short-term disability (STLDP) and WSIB claims while analyzing medical data and filing regulatory forms.

❖ Facilitates Return-to-Work:



Develops accommodation plans and leads return-to-work strategies for injured or ill employees.

❖ Oversees Health & Safety Compliance: Investigates concerns and provides technical support in areas such as workplace hazards and facility conditions (e.g., air/water quality) to ensure legislative compliance.

❖ Conducts Ergonomic Assessments: Evaluates workstations and procures assistive devices or equipment modifications.

❖ Collaborates & Provides Guidance: Advises staff, leadership, and external agencies while delivering onboarding and incident-reporting training.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

The successful candidate will bring the following skills and experiences to the role:

❖ Undergraduate Degree with a Certificate or Diploma in Human Resources, Disability Management, Occupational Health and Safety, or Attendance Management.

❖ Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP), Certified Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), or Certified Return to Work Specialist (CRTWS).

❖ 3 to 5 years of relevant experience including experience interpreting medical documentation and using medical case management systems (e.g., Parklane) preferably in a unionized public-sector setting.

❖ Ability to evaluate complex medical case files, conduct health and safety site investigations, and design tailored return-to-work and accommodation plans.

❖ Strong verbal and written communication skills to advise, guide, and collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholders (employees, school principals, HR, unions, WSIB, and the Ministry of Labour).





❖ Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive medical documentation while adhering to strict legal timelines and reporting standards.

❖ Demonstrated capability to deliver on multiple tasks to deadline and within restricted timelines.

❖ Proven analytical skills with specific reference to the analysis of STLDP/WSIB claims and employee medical data to identify trends and support corrective action/continuous improvement initiatives.

❖ Experience working with the Parklane system for incident reporting and disability management preferred.

❖ As travel throughout the Board’s jurisdiction is a requirement of this position, must have the ability to provide reliable transportation across the school district.

Interested candidates must forward, in confidence, a cover letter, resume and supporting documentation by November 13, 2026 at 4:00pm. Please quote job posting number 52-2627 in the subject line. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process upon request. Accommodation queries should be directed to the Human Resources Department at [email protected]. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. As a condition of employment, new employees to SMCDSB are required, by legislation, to submit a satisfactory Criminal Background Check and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC). The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board is deeply committed to promoting Reconciliation through Education, Human Rights, Equity and Anti-Racism, and the elimination of Oppressive Practices, in our schools, our workplace and in the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all individuals including those with varied lived experiences that can contribute to the diversification of the workforce at the SMCDSB. THE BOARD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Pay: $71,381.00-$87,683.00 per year

Benefits:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home

Work Location: In person

📌 Health and Wellness Coordinator (Barrie)
🏢 Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board
📍 Barrie