HR Business Partner, Labour Relations

4 weeks ago


Calgary AB, Canada Carewest Innovative Health Care Full time

Here’s your chance to be a part of our story Carewest is one of Calgary’s leaders in exceptional care and we are looking for passionate helpers to join our team.

At Carewest, our mission is to support all clients in maintaining their quality of life as they transition through their health care journey. Our core values of Caring, Relationships, Excellence, Accountability and Teamwork guide how we provide care to those who need it the most.

With a strong focus on delivering quality care & safety to our residents & clients we strive to attract innovative thinkers looking for a rewarding career.

Help us make a difference and connect with us today

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Manager, HR Partnerships & Labour Relations, the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is the senior HR & labour professional assigned to a client portfolio. They work with an exceptional degree of independence to manage a full suite of human resource related business enabling activities across Carewest and with external stakeholders, with a primary focus on the employment & labour relationship across Carewest and with external stakeholders. The incumbent is able to resolve non-standard matters that may not be firmly rooted in policy or process that requires advanced interpretation or synthesis of information that is available internally or externally to Carewest. The HRBP, through analysis and sound judgement, provides effective recommendations and advice to site & corporate leadership on these matters, and is able to clearly articulate rationale that is balanced against enterprise risk, professional HR practice, and operational requirements that align with Carewest’s Frame of Reference.

The HRBP works in concert with others in the Human Resources portfolio to ensure consistency of interpretation and application of HR processes & programs across assigned portfolio and Carewest as a whole. The HRBP bridges strategic partnering and tactical performance, and contains an element of transactional work to support business processes. Is responsible for providing employee and labour relations advice, expertise and coaching on investigative processes, disciplinary outcomes, interpretation of collective agreements, non-union directives, policies, legislation, and jurisprudence, coaching and advice on performance management, coaching and assistance in conflict resolution, and a wide variety of other organizational matters. This is achieved through a combination of technical expertise and building strong relationships, including the employer-union relationship through effective facilitation and consultation. The HRBP represents Carewest as corporate representative and advisor to counsel in grievance arbitration, litigation, and quasi-judicial forums. In these matters, the HRBP provides strategic, expert labour relations advice on the handling and disposition of labour & employment matters. Key accountabilities also include supporting collective bargaining activities, preparing ad hoc and regular management reports that support the business, monitoring and forecasting trends, strong liaison with the broader HR teams (Compensation & Benefits, Employee Health & Safety, Staff Scheduling, and Communications), participation in committee and project work, and identifying key issues and opportunities for improvement. Responsible for other related duties as required.

BW Hours: 77.50

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Days

Shift Times: 0800-1615

Qualifications & Experience
  • Qualifications:
  • University degree in related field required
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Professional designation (CPHR, CIPD) preferred
  • Equivalences in education & experience reasonably considered
  • This is a vehicle-required position
  • A valid unrestricted driver’s license is required to be maintained, along with access to a reliable vehicle
  • Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years (7 years preferred) of human resources experience supporting front-line management with a focus on employee & labour relations, or equivalent people leadership and consultative experience
  • Experience in a multi-union and multi-site environment an asset
  • Desirable experience includes backgrounds in conflict resolution, organizational effectiveness, change management, collective bargaining, and training & development

$0 - $0 an hour

About Carewest:

We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.

We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us.

Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. For more information on Carewest, please visit our website at carewest.ca .

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