Manager of Health and Wellness

With 51 schools, over 22,000 students and more than 3,000 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. From Tottenham and Bradford West Gwillimbury to Parry Sound and Huntsville, from Collingwood and Midland to Barrie and Orillia, we are focused on enhancing the educational and spiritual development of our students. We offer excellent programs, resources and supports so that students are provided with every opportunity to reach their future goals and aspirations.

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

Open to: Open Competition

Position Type: Full-Time Permanent.

Position Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, 35 hours weekly

Annual Salary: $98,231.00 to $125,761 commensurate with education, skills and experience.

The Manager of Health & Wellness is responsible for implementing the Board’s disability, return to work and WSIB claims management programs for all employee groups, promoting employee wellness and the importance of attendance.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

• Consulting with and providing support, guidance, functional advice, coaching and support to school leaders, senior leaders, department managers and employees with respect to health & safety, disability management, WSIB claims management, and return to work and accommodation matters.
• Contributing to the development of clear, consistent attendance, claims management and return to work and health & safety strategies in consultation with the Executive Human Resources Officer, and overseeing the implementation of these strategies across the Board.
• Leading the timely and safe return to work of SMCDSB employees from illness or injury.
• Overseeing the Board’s health & safety program and initiatives, and acting as the management co-chair on the JHSC.
• Reviewing and analyzing WSIB claims decisions for impact, initiating appeals as appropriate.
• Managing the health & safety and disability management budgets.
• Building productive working relationships with school leaders, managers, union representatives and employees by following through on commitments and communicating appropriate information in a timely, accurate and inclusive manner.
• Executing all duties and responsibilities in a manner that actively supports SMCDSB’s mission, vision, strategic priorities and Catholic values.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

All applicants must possess a minimum of a university degree in a related field such as occupational health, nursing or social work, with 5 years of previous related work experience dealing with legislation, workplace accommodation and disability management. as a Human Resources professional in a unionized environment. Registered Nurse with one of DOHN (Diploma Occupational Health Nursing), CCRC (Commission of Certified Rehabilitation Counsellors), RRP (Registered Rehabilitation Professional), COHN (Certified Occupational Health Nursing), OT/PTA or NIDMAR preferred. Safety or Human Resources Professionals with experience with all levels of disability management and accommodation are also invited to apply.

The successful candidate will have proven employee and negotiation skills, including management of sensitive employee situations, leading to successful results that support organizational goals and values. The incumbent will be able to balance and deliver on multiple priorities, conflicting deadlines and program initiatives.

The successful candidate will have exceptional interpersonal and conflict management skills, combined with superb written and oral communication skills. The incumbent must possess enhanced and well-practiced computer skills.

Finally, the ideal candidate will possess proven research and analytical skills, with specific reference to matters of legislative compliance with Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act, Ontarians with Disabilities Act, OHSA. This includes the ability to work with highly sensitive and confidential information, maintaining employee privacy and setting a standard for privacy in the workplace.

As travel is required, candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and have regular access to a reliable vehicle.

Interested candidates must submit, in confidence, a cover letter, resume and supporting documentation by Friday, April 28, 2023 at 4:00pm.

Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process upon request. Accommodation queries should be directed to the Human Resources Department at (705) 722-3555 ext. 263.

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 with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

THE BOARD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Frances Bagley,

Director of Education

Maria Hardie,

Chair, Board of Trustees

Our Vision

OUR FAITH. OUR STUDENTS. OUR FUTURE.

Our Mission

Faithfully, inclusively and equitably, we inspire every student to realize their God-given potential.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $98,231.00-$125,761.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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