Benifits Coordinator

805 37 St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4N8, Canada Req #718

Monday, May 27, 2024

Wood's Homes is a not-for-profit mental health centre based in Calgary, with locations across Alberta. Our mission is to build good mental health and well-being so everyone can thrive in their community. Are you a passionate and dedicated individual interested in making a difference in the lives of children, young people and families? Are you committed to cultivating an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates diverse voices at every level? Then we want you to join the Wood's Homes team.

We Never Say No. We Never Give up. We Never Turn Anyone Away .

W ood’s Homes is a multi-service, non-profit children’s m ental health centre based in Calgary. Our over 500 employees and provide more than 40 programs and services for 28,000 children and their families each year in Calgary, Lethbridge, Strathmore, and Fort McMurray.

The commitment to high-risk adolescents, many of whom are faced with some very tough issues, is a point of pride for Wood’s Homes. The type of work we do requires quick thinking, confidence, forgiveness and persistence. We are proud of the high quality support services offered to our clients, partners and communities and, through our programs, will continue to promote and assist in the development and well-being of children, youth and families.

We are currently seeking a Benefits Coordinator to work in the People and Culture Department. The Benefits Coordinator is the first point of contact for Wood’s Homes staff and is responsible for the coordination and timely handling of all matters relating to benefits, including Worker’s Compensation Board (WCB) claims.

This position reports to the People and Culture Director and will work closely with Payroll.

RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

• Administer all aspects of the group benefit plan and pension plan including monitoring loss experience and suggesting improvements.
• Coordinate all disability, workers’ compensation and leave claims and support return-to-work plans
• Liaise between benefit providers, WCB, management and employees
• Provide guidance to management on the interpretation of benefits related to the Collective Agreement and government legislation
• Prepares all monthly remittances for benefit vendors
• Provides client service both internally and externally on all benefits related issues
• Assist other People and Culture staff when required
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:
• Degree or Diploma in Human Resource Management plus three (3) years of related experience, giving preference to exposure in a unionized environment
• Professional designation in benefits and retirement plans (CEBS, GBA, RPA, etc.) is considered an asset
• Experience with the management of benefit and payroll programs
• Experience with HR Information Systems, preferably Dayforce, is required
• Proficient in all Microsoft applications, in particular, Excel
• Good working knowledge and understanding of human resource concepts, principles, theories and practices.
• Solid problem solving and decision making skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, to effectively research, coordinate and analyze, a variety of information.
• Excellent communication, organization and time management skills are required
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion and tact when dealing with sensitive issues and information

Please submit a resume to Wood’s Homes – People and Culture Department (Parkdale Campus) via email to: human.resources@woodshomes.ca. Please quote ‘Last Name, First Name, Benefits Coordinator’ in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why choose us.We are committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We empower and are advocates for our employees by welcoming, respecting and valuing their unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences.At Wood’s Homes we embrace each other’s differences and strive to learn and grow from them. Should you need accommodation during the interview please inform your contact prior to the interview and let them know what you require.We offer competitive pay, great health and pension benefits, and a supportive and inclusive workplace environment with plenty of opportunities for professional growth. Bring your unique strengths, skills and passion to Wood’s Homes.Please visit us at www.woodshomes.ca for complete information about and our organization.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those moving forward in the selection process will be contacted.