Total Rewards Specialist

Join to apply for the Total Rewards Specialist - Toronto role at CBI Home Health Full‑time, hybrid location in Greater Toronto Area or remote if >80 km from North York office. Overview The Total Rewards Specialist plays a critical role in designing, implementing, communicating and evaluating the organization’s benefits, compensation, retirement and ancillary programs. The role ensures programs support business objectives, meet legal requirements and provide high‑quality service to employees. Responsibilities Operational Oversee design, market competitiveness and effectiveness of compensation, incentives, benefits, retirement and ancillary programs. Manage off‑cycle compensation process, including salary reviews and incentive payments. Partner with external providers to plan, analyze, fund and report on benefits and retirement programs. Develop communication and education plans to increase awareness across the company. Ensure compliance with legislation and internal guidelines. Build organization capabilities to attract, develop and retain a diverse, qualified workforce. Stay current on market practices and identify opportunities for program evolution. Ensure Total Rewards priorities align with business and people strategy. Compensation Point of contact for all compensation policies and processes. Execute and administer annual compensation programs, including processing and reporting. Manage day‑to‑day compensation activities: job evaluation, market analysis, and benchmarking. Participate in salary surveys and benchmarking reviews. Conduct periodic audits and prepare reports. Maintain knowledge of market practices and emerging trends. Ensure compliance with federal and provincial compensation laws. Benefits & Retirement Administer group benefits and retirement programs and perk offerings. Respond to employee inquiries daily to ensure clear understanding of programs. Maintain accurate records in benefits and HR/payroll systems. Coordinate premium payments during absences. Onboard new hires into HR system per service level agreements. Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to ensure a positive onboarding experience. Identify and resolve data integrity issues. Resolve queries from providers and intermediaries. Suggest process improvements and maintain best‑practice knowledge. Stakeholder & Vendor Management Develop and maintain collaborative relationships internally and externally. Provide guidance on compensation, benefits, and retirement issues. Partner with Finance, Communications, and Senior Leadership. Work with vendors to design and deliver innovative programs. Oversee vendor relationships, including contract negotiation and SLA delivery. Support acquisition due diligence for programs and talent retention plans. What You Will Need To Be Successful 5+ years managing total rewards programs. Management experience leading teams, projects and transitions. Post‑secondary education (business degree preferred). Strong problem‑solving, organizational and analytical skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Project management and critical thinking ability. Strong understanding of market dynamics and best practices. Customer‑service orientation and attention to detail. Certification (CCP, CEBS, PLP) encouraged but not mandatory. What CBI Health Offers You Continuous learning and skill development opportunities. Salary range: $80,000 – $95,000 per year (dependent on experience). Comprehensive benefits: group health, dental, vision; paid 100 % by employer. Flexible hours for work‑life balance. About CBI Health CBI Health is Canada’s leading community healthcare provider, delivering innovative rehabilitation and home‑care programs that help clients achieve health goals. With 13,000 staff across 250+ locations, we shape healthcare for the better. Equality and Diversity Statement CBI Health is committed to providing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe and accepted as their authentic selves. We actively seek qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Visibility of Indigenous Applicants We are committed to fostering a positive experience for all Indigenous applicants, including First Nations (status or non‑status), Inuit, and Métis individuals. #J-18808-Ljbffr