Workplace Innovation Specialist

Empowering People. Inspiring Communities.

Workplace Innovation Specialist (NOHFC Funded – 1 year contract)

Why you’ll want this role:

Come help us streamline the behind‑the‑scenes stuff – moving us from paper processes that are past their prime to a renewed and efficient digital flow. You’ll lead real modernization projects that improve recruitment, engagement, and workplace systems — with mentorship from senior leaders.

Compensation and Perks:

- Strong Wage: starting at 23.89/hour for full‑time 35‑hour work week – with flexibility based on experience and qualifications

- Exceptional PTO: generous paid time off to rest and recharge

- Enhanced Sick & Wellness Benefits: added coverage to support your health and well‑being

- Flexible Schedule: we’ll work with you to build a schedule that fits life while meeting team needs

- Positive, Supportive Culture: a workplace where people have your back and your work matters

- Mentorship: direct guidance from senior leadership to help you grow

- Real Ownership: you’ll lead meaningful projects – not shadow work

Where you’ll work:
William W. Creighton Youth Services is a nonprofit organization that provides inclusive, culturally relevant pathways to strengthen relationships between youth and their communities. Our vision is Empowering People. Inspiring Communities, and we’re committed to building a workplace where staff feel supported to do their best work.

What you’ll do:

- HRIS Migration: Move records, administrative processes, and performance tracking into cloud systems.

- Policy & Standards Modernization: Update workplace guidelines and HR policies to meet best practices.

- Change Management: Roll out new tools with clear communication and staff support.

- Employee Engagement & Wellness: Build digital approaches to reduce fatigue and support mental health.

- Talent Acquisition Optimization: Improve recruitment/onboarding and provide HR analytics for leadership.

What we’re looking for:

- Post‑secondary education in Information Systems, Business Technology, HRIS/People Analytics.

- Strong, hands‑on systems skills (cloud tools, advanced spreadsheets/data, quick with new software).

- Experience digitizing/streamlining processes and supporting others to use new tools.

- Clear communicator, detail‑driven, and trusted with confidential info.

- Meets the NOHFC Workforce Development Program requirements.

Additional assets

- Experience with or in workflow automation, change management projects.

- Experience in non‑profit organizations and/or youth justice services.

Northern Ontario Heritage Funding Corporation Alignment

This opportunity is proudly supported by Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation and is funded through the Workforce Development Program.

Candidate Criteria

- Candidate must be a new entrant into the workforce, be transitioning to a new career, or be unemployed or underemployed and entering a new field.

- Candidate must have not previously participated in an NOHFC funded internship in the 2020 Mandate.

- Candidate must be 18 years of age or older.

- Candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

- Once hired, the candidate must reside in the Northern Ontario community in which they are employed.

HOW TO APPLY

Send a cover letter and resume to HR@creightonyouth.ca
Subject line: Workplace Innovations Specialist Intern (NOHFC-Funded) File Number 7402545

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED
*Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted*

William W. Creighton Youth Services is deeply committed to building an inclusive and representative workforce. We encourage applications from Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and those with diverse abilities, cultures and lived experiences.

Administration Office
1014 Oliver Road, PO Box 10632
Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7B 6V1
Phone: 807-766-2900
Fax: 807-345-1635
Email: info@creightonyouth.com

In the spirit of reconciliation and as a gesture of respect for the Indigenous peoples whose traditional lands we occupy, William W. Creighton Youth Services acknowledges that we live, work and play on the traditional territory of the Robinson‑Superior Treaty of 1850, Nishnawbe Aski Nation, Anishinaabe and Metis of Treaty #3, #5, #9. To support stewardship of the land, we recognize the paramount importance of nurturing a strong relationship with our Robinson Superior, Nishnawbe Aski Nation and Treaty #3, #5 and #9 partners.

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