Employee Well-being Consultant
Please note, this is an 18 month temporary full time contract opportunity with a comprehensive benefits package.
The posting will remain open until filled, with assessment of candidates beginning on September 3, 2024.
Secondments are Welcome
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About Western
Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.
About Us
Human Resources adds value by developing proactive human resource strategies and delivering exemplary employment related services. As a team of innovative professionals we encourage a productive and respectful work and learning environment through collaboration, partnership and technology.
Responsibilities
The Employee Well-being Consultant will oversee proactive employee wellness, accommodations and return to work functions and processes, and ensure consistency and best practices are followed in all case files. The role will implement and monitor the case files, and ensure employees are supported with responsive care systems that is evidence informed, in compliance with university policies, collective agreements and government legislation. The role will ensure appropriate resources and controls are in place to manage risks, and make suggestions for the continual improvement of processes. The Consultant will also provide coaching and training to leaders, as well as comprehensive advice and support to client groups. The Consultant will employ a variety of case management strategies to assist their portfolio of employees and leaders to access resources in order to remain at work or to return to work in a timely manner.
Qualifications
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree with a major in Health Sciences or Science
- Registered health practitioner such as Occupational Therapist or Nurse
Experience:
- 7 years’ experience managing individual cases supporting injured and ill workers or members of the general public
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- In-depth knowledge of clinical case management and college professional standards
- In-depth knowledge of care for Personal Health Information Protection
- Knowledge of Human Resources principles and practices, Employment Standards Act, and other relevant legislation
- Familiarity with Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act regulations
- Familiarity with the Ontario public health care system and services
- Knowledge of project management tools and resources
- Ability to mobilize others to support change through times of stress and uncertainty
- Communication skills to actively listen and discern non-verbal communication cues
- Communication skills to engage audiences, with confidence interacting with individuals at all levels of an organization
- Ability to distill large amounts of data and translate complex information to a wide range of audiences
- Competency to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion
- Ability to make decisions and recommendations that are clearly linked to the organization's strategy and goals
- Ability to promote individual growth by encouraging others to learn new skills and develop themselves
- Capacity to manage resources, and resolve logistical issues efficiently
- Ability to quickly re-allocate resources and adjust priorities in response to unexpected events or changing circumstances
- Computer skills with the ability to adopt and promote automation and digitalization
- Ability to clearly communicate the outcomes one is accountable for, including decision making authority and performance expectations
- Results-oriented with an ability to handle many tasks and maintain a high level of individual and team performance
Background Checks
Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce a current police information record check(s) from a police service prior to commencing employment.
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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