Temporary Employee Support and Wellness Specialist

6 days ago

Hamilton, Canada Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Full time

Employee Support and Wellness Specialist

PASS Grade 5 $80,983 to $91,147

**Contract**: As Soon As Possible August 31, 2024

About the Board

The Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) is committed to learning, equity, engagement and innovation. We are guided by our vision, Growing Together, the mission that every student experiences a sense of belonging and engages in dynamic learning to reach their potential and build their own future, and our values of Compassion, Dignity, Trust, and Joy to guide our daily work and ensure that we honour the unique identities and needs of all. Proudly serving a community of approximately 50,000 students in the City of Hamilton and surrounding area, HWDSB operates across 80 elementary schools, 13 secondary schools and 1 Adult Learning Centre, in addition to providing support and service to approximately 8,800 staff members.

Staff Wellness

At HWDSB, staff wellness is a priority. We are committed to co-creating and fostering an environment where staff feel safe, valued, and supported. We are continuously striving to support the needs of our diverse community and actively work to foster and maintain a culture of human rights.

Our holistic Staff Wellness program has been designed to support employee’s well-being in all dimensions of health. As one part of this comprehensive program, all staff as well as their dependents have access to free and confidential supports through our Employee and Family Assistance Provider (EFAP), in addition to many other program components.

**About the Role**:
Reporting to the Employee Support and Wellness Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for the overall adjudication of claims through development, implementation and monitoring comprehensive adjudication plans to support the HWDSB Employee Support and Wellness Strategic Plan.

**Duties include but are not limited to**:
Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive and integrated adjudication plans for all activity in the case required to achieve recovery, community integration, and where possible, return to work (RTW) by:
Collecting information to make initial entitlement and assessments to progress the case; assessing and positioning each case along its appropriate recovery path; setting goals and making initial entitlement decisions based on legislation, collective agreements, terms and conditions Board policy, and best practices.

Planning activities in collaboration with workplace parties and team members; participating in case conferences with the vendors, unions and management; coordinating and taking action on planned activities; reviewing and monitoring new information as received.

Closing plan activities when active adjudication is no longer required; following up and evaluating closed cases to ensure adjudication plan continues to be effective.

Provide targeted activities focused on identifying RTW factors, removing obstacles/barriers, and leveraging opportunities to facilitate a safe return to suitable work by:
Co-ordinating and facilitating RTW cooperation between the workplace parties;
Arranging, assessing, and adjusting the delivery of work reintegration services where needed;
Promoting prevention, disability management, RTW, and related programs to workplace parties; sharing best practices; connecting workplace parties with expert resources when they would benefit from increased capability to prevent and/or manage injuries and illness;
Keeping all workplace parties informed of the status and progress of the case, ensuring they are fully engaged in removing barriers to, and planning RTW.

Investigate and consult with the ESW Officer on escalated ESW issues including appeals regarding Occupational and Non-Occupational Health Care Benefits entitlement.

Collaborate with employees, union representatives, supervisory staff, insurance carriers and health care providers in proactive and confidential management of occupational and non-occupational absences.

Facilitate and create individual accommodation plans/modified work plans to ensure timely intervention and meet all legal and collective agreement/terms and conditions obligations.

Communicate with SBCI, WSIB, Legal, EAP, outside resources and companies to support collection and dissemination of accurate information and documentation.

Meet regularly with the Employee Support and Wellness Officer(s) to review caseload and establish adjudication service metrics

Demonstrated experience in facilitating and charting claim documentation on early and safe return to work and/or attendance improvement adjudication

Other duties as assigned

**Qualifications**:
Post-secondary diploma/degree related to Business/Human Resources, Healthcare, Kinesiology, Occupational Therapist, Rehabilitation with three years of adjudication or case management experience in a multi-unionized environment; or equivalent combination of related education with progressive years of experience in disability management

Thorough understanding o

  • Junior Employee Support and Wellness Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Full time

    Junior Employee Support and Wellness Specialist Human Resource Services and Staff Well-Being PASS Grade 3 (under review) $63,986 to $72,018 About the Board The Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) is committed to learning, equity, engagement and innovation. We are guided by our vision, Growing Together, the mission that every student...

  • Junior Employee Support and Wellness Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Full time

    Junior Employee Support and Wellness SpecialistHuman Resource Services and Staff Well-BeingPASS Grade 3 (under review) $63,986 to $72,018About the BoardThe Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) is committed to learning, equity, engagement and innovation. We are guided by our vision, Growing Together, the mission that every student experiences a...

  • Employee Support and Wellness Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Full time

    PASS Grade 4 $71,985 to $81,020 (under review) **Contract**: As Soon As Possible to January 24, 2025 About the Board The Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) is committed to learning, equity, engagement and innovation. We are guided by our vision, Growing Together, the mission that every student experiences a sense of belonging and engages in...

  • Employee Support and Wellness Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Full time

    **Employee Support and Wellness Officer*** **PASS Grade 5 $80,983 to $91,147 **(under review) *** - Wellness program and promotion - Early intervention - Attendance management - Short term disability (self-insured adjudication program) and facilitate to long term disability program, where needed - Long term disability return to work facilitation with third...

  • Temporary Billing Operations Support Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada Canadian Linen and Uniform Service Corp Full time

    Canadian Linen & Uniform Service Corp., a Vestis company, provides uniforms and related products to more than 300,000 customers across North America, in virtually every industry. From designing and manufacturing to laundering and delivering, Canadian Linen works with local and national clients to create and maintain a total uniform solution that promotes...

  • Compensation Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada Mohawk College Full time

    **Compensation Specialist - Temporary Assignment (March 2024 - March 2025)** Status**:Temporary Assignment: March 2024 - March 2025 **Hours**: Monday - Friday, 35 hours/week **Home Campus**: Fennell **Payband**: 9 **Salary Range**:$74,175 - $92,720 **Posting Date**:January 31st, 2024 **Closing Date**: February 9th, 2024 at 7:00 pm EST We support and...

  • Temporary Billing Operations Support Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Canadian Linen and Uniform Service Corp Full time

    Canadian Linen & Uniform Service Corp., a Vestis company, provides uniforms and related products to more than 300,000 customers across North America, in virtually every industry. From designing and manufacturing to laundering and delivering, Canadian Linen works with local and national clients to create and maintain a total uniform solution that promotes...

  • Health, Safety, and Wellness Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada Mohawk College Full time

    **Health, Safety, and Wellness Specialist** Status**:Full Time **Hours**:Monday to Friday; 35 hours/week **Home Campus**: Fennell (Travel to other campuses as needed) **Pay Band**:10 **Salary Range**:$83,442 - $104,303 **Posting Date**:January 22nd, 2024 **Closing Date**:February 2nd, 2024 at 7:00pm EST We support and encourage the contributions of...

  • Health, Safety, and Wellness Specialist

    1 week ago

    Hamilton, Canada Mohawk College Full time

    **Health, Safety, and Wellness Specialist** Status**:Full Time **Hours**:Monday to Friday; 35 hours/week **Home Campus**: Fennell (Travel to other campuses as needed) **Pay Band**:10 **Salary Range**:$83,442 - $104,303 **Posting Date**:March 4th, 2024 **Closing Date**:Open until filled We support and encourage the contributions of our diverse...

  • Market Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada Mohawk College Full time

    **Market Specialist - China and East Asia (Temporary Assignment: August 2023 - March 2024)** Status**:Temporary Assignment: August 2023 - March 2024 **Hours**: 35 hours/week **Home Campus**: Fennell **Payband**: 9 **Rate of Pay**:$69,600 - $87,001 **Posting Date**: July 5th, 2023 **Closing Date**:July 14th, 2023 at 7:00 pm EST We support and encourage...

  • Employee Engagement Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada The Wellington Full time

    **_“How do you live in the moment?”_** The **Employee Engagement Specialist **reports to the Executive Director and in collaboration with the Director of Care, Department Heads and the Director of Talent Management the Employee Engagement Specialist conducts a wide range of support functions to implement talent management strategies and plans for...

  • Temporary Communications Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Full time

    Temporary Communications Specialist Communications and Community Engagement Contract to begin immediately to August 31, 2024 PASS Grade 3 $63,986 to $72,018 About the Board The Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) is committed to learning, equity, engagement and innovation. We are guided by our vision, Growing Together, the mission that...

  • Community Support Counselor

    3 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton Full time

    **Position Details**: **Department**: Concurrent Disorders - Outpatient Services **Employee Type**: Temporary, Part Time **If Temporary, Number of Weeks**: 26 weeks **Union**: OPSEU **Openings Remaining**: 1 **Schedule**: **Work Days**: Monday to Friday **Time of Day**: Days, Evenings **Shift**: Rotating, 7.5 hour, 10 hour **This position may be scheduled...

  • Temporary Director of Wellness Retirement

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Schlegel Villages Full time

    The Village of Wentworth Heights located in Hamilton, Ontario has an exciting opportunity for a TEMPORARY Director of Wellness - Retirement** to join their team._ Shift Details:__ COVERING A MATERNITY LEAVE_**_ Tentative Start Date: __How Schlegel Villages supports our Team Members: __You can be you while being part of our Family_- _Competitive salary, and...

  • TEMPORARY Director of Wellness Retirement

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Schlegel Villages Full time

    The Village of Wentworth Heights located in Hamilton, Ontario is looking for a TEMPORARY Director of Wellness – RPN Retirement to join their team.Shift Details: RPN COVERING A MATERNITY LEAVETentative Start Date:How Schlegel Villages supports our Team Members:You can be you while being part of our FamilyCompetitive salary, and benefits;Significant...

  • Community Support Counselor

    4 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton Full time

    Posting #: **23906** - Openings Remaining: **1** - Full/Part Time: **Part Time** - Reg/Temp/Casual: **Temporary** - Union: **OPSEU** - Hours of Work: **Monday to Friday** - Time of Day: **Days, Afternoons** - Shift: **7.5 hour** - Open Date: **16/02/23** - Closing Date: **23/02/23** **Temporary Assignment - approximately 12 months** *** ***: The Concurrent...

  • Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada Aja support services Full time

    Hello Aja support services is currently doing a mass hire for positions in the Toronto, Hamilton, brantford region. Must be fully vaccinated and have a QR code as well. Must also be comfortable wearing mask in families homes, or group homes. Developmental Services Worker (DSW), Social Services Worker (SSW), or a related diploma/degree from an accredited...

  • Support Officer, School of Health

    4 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada Mohawk College Full time

    **Support Officer, School of Health - Temporary Part Time (February 2024 - October 2024)** Status**: Temporary Part Time (February 2024 - October 2024) **Hours**: Up to 24 hours/week **Home Campus**: IAHS **Rate of Pay**:$20.56 **Posting Date**: February 12th, 2024 **Closing Date**:February 16th, 2024 at 7:00pm EST We support and encourage the...

  • Support Officer, School of Health

    2 days ago

    Hamilton, Canada Mohawk College Full time

    **Support Officer, School of Health - Temporary Part Time (February 2024 - October 2024)** Status**: Temporary Part Time (February 2024 - October 2024) **Hours**: Up to 24 hours/week **Home Campus**: IAHS **Rate of Pay**:$20.56 **Posting Date**: February 12th, 2024 **Closing Date**:February 16th, 2024 at 7:00pm EST We support and encourage the...

  • Talent Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Canada City of Hamilton Full time

    **About the City of Hamilton** **Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometres of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of...