Human Resources Manager

**Who We Are**:
St. Joseph’s Villa is one of Ontario’s largest and most innovative long term care homes. Located in historic downtown Dundas, we are proud to be the second largest organization in the St. Joseph’s Health System. Continuing the mission and legacy of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Hamilton, we are proud to serve our community.

We are the largest employer in Dundas. Our campus is conveniently located on a city bus route and offers free parking. We offer a range of challenging, rewarding careers and advancement opportunities for dedicated professionals in a health care environment.
- **Every member of our team matters.**_

**Position Summary**:
To be an active member of the Villa Management Team. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, manages Human Resources in a manner consistent with the Mission, Management and Organizational Philosophies of St. Joseph’s Villa and relevant legislation. Provides Human Resources support and knowledge to all levels of the organization.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Participates in Labour Relations including pre-grievance and grievance. If required, many participate in mediation and negotiations.
- Provides ongoing consultation, counselling and support. Helps with strategies to support team with employee issues and goals.
- Supports the Villa’s internal & external recruitment and posting process and assists as required.
- Develop and maintains positive relations with management, staff, unions, member organizations, external contacts and partners, residents, families and visitors to the Villa.
- Manages the Villa’s Employee Assistance Program.
- Contact for references and employment verification.
- Develop and maintains positive relations with management, staff, unions, member organizations, external contacts and partners, residents, families and visitors to the Villa
- Preparation and distribution of quarterly seniority lists and ensure accuracy of scheduling system.
- Participates in education, training and surveys as required.
- Ensure complete confidentiality of employee files, organization correspondence and communicators
- May participate in development and updates of policies and procedures related to Human Resources.
- Participation and leadership on internal committees
- Participates in the hiring, performance management, termination of employees as required.
- Supports the Human Resources Department in data collection, analysis and presentations
- Supports the downloading of yearly education in the Surge data base.
- Monitors and track performance appraisals and provides regular status reporting to managers.
- Team approach to Human Resources Employee Recognition Programs, ie. Service Awards, Sister Edna Walter Applause Awards and Recognition Programs.
- Assists with special projects as required.
- Performs all functions in accordance with the mission statement, organizational philosophy and administration policies and procedures of St. Joseph's Villa.
- Other duties as required.

**Knowledge, Skills, and Experience**:

- Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in Human Resources, preferably in a unionized environment.
- Completion of a recognized post-diploma program in Human Resources
- CHRP designation or in progress of completion is preferred
- Experience in long-term care or health care an asset
- Ability to prioritize and adapt workload with continually changing priorities
- Initiative, high energy level, and the ability to co-ordinate a number of different activities running simultaneously, yet independently of one another with excellent problem-solving skills. Independent action, judgement and decision making.
- Attention to detail and processes with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to lead and promote a positive team approach
- Computer fluency in Microsoft Office.
- **St. Joseph’s Villa Employees Benefits include**:_
- Educational Scholarships, Mentorship & Support for Career Advancement
- Teaching & Facilitator Opportunities with partnership programs for community colleges, universities and secondary schools
- Recognition for Excellence through Annual Service Awards and Applause Awards
- Contributions to the HOOP Pension Plan
- Health and Wellness Benefits through Manulife Financial (eligibility & enrollment varies)
- St. Joseph Health System Employee Rewards/Discount Program
- Employee Celebrations through Spirit Committee, Staff Appreciation Week, Nurses Week etc.

**EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**:

- St. Joseph’s Villa is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law._

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Vision care
- Wellness