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Labour Relations Specialist

4 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada VHA Home HealthCare Full time

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: _“Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.”_ Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “_The freedom and flexibility can’t be beat._” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us _“I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.”_ _View more comments from VHA clients and their family members_._

**We are seeking a Labour Relations Specialist**

**Permanent Full-Time Position (Hybrid Model)**

**What will be your role?**
- and
- post bargaining support as needed.

**What makes VHA’s compensation unique?**
- Compensation for education and professional development
- VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career
- Mentorship and peer support
- Career development opportunities
- Employee and family assistance program
- Wellness resources
- Perks & discounts
- Staff & service provider events

**Required Qualifications**:

- Must have access to reliable transportation as this position will support multiple sites within GTA.
- Undergraduate Degree /College Diploma in Human Resources, Labour/ Industrial Relations or other specialized training with exposure to Industrial Relations
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as HR/LR Generalist working in unionized environment.
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant workplace legislation, including Employment Standards Act, Labour Relations Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act is essential
- Demonstrated knowledge of DEI practices, policies, processes, and evaluation tools
- Strong interpersonal and decision-making skills, especially in relation to conflict resolution
- Excellent organizational and project management skills; ability to co-develop and co-deliver effective presentations and workshops
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse constituencies and communities in a team environment
- Strong acumen for data compilation, analysis and interpretation
- Strong skills with Microsoft Office suite, Outlook, Excel, and HRIS
- Strong skills using teleconferencing and video conferencing tools (ex: Skype, MSFT Teams, Zoom, etc.)
- Experience and ability to work with confidential information/situations.

**COVID-19 Vaccination**

**PLEASE NOTE**: To protect the health and safety of our employees, clients, and their families, VHA Home HealthCare requires all employees and service providers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This means you have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine series approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization (copy of your Ministry of Health COVID-19 Vaccine Dose Administration Receipts or government vaccination passport will be required). VHA Home HealthCare will consider cases needing accommodation as stipulated by the Ontario Human Rights Code.

**Accommodation and VHA’s commitment to DEI**

At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.

VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.

**In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and we’re passionate about providing spectacular care.**

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