HR Generalist- Health and Safety

**Human Resources Generalist - Health and Safety**

Want to make a difference in the home and community care sector? Nucleus is changing and we want you to be a part of it. We’re creating an environment where employees feel valued, empowered and are able to utilize their skills and expertise to make a positive difference every day. Our culturally diverse team is comprised of dedicated individuals who focus on excellence, compassion and teamwork. Join us

Nucleus Independent Living provides person-centered services to support frail seniors and adults with physical disabilities living at home in the community. Known for our innovation and service philosophy, our employees bring our values to life through a passion for quality service delivery.

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**POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Assist with the completion of the WSIB administrative process in its entirely including documentation, collaboration and referrals to WSIB specialist, Health and Safety, Payroll, Management and employees as appropriate
- Demonstrated experience in WSIB and Injury Claims Management
- Assist occupational health promotions, statistical information
- Coordinate and lead WSIB claim management refusals of modified work and any new medical or changes to medical information
- Support the Senior Human Resources Generalist in positive Labour and Employee Relations through effective and consistent administration of Collective Agreements and Policies and Procedures
- Support the recruitment and hiring for all Unionized positions.
- Coordinate daily Human Resources functions and administration, including but not limited to:

- responding to employee inquiries,
- drafting and/or preparing letters and memos
- Maintain the HRIS system
- Responsible for maintaining employee personal files. Lead the personal files digitalization process.
- Supports in preparation of monthly, annual, and ad hoc metrics and reports as required
- Provide support, advice and council to employees at all levels of the organization
- Assist in development and implementation of policies and procedures and HR initiatives
- Conduct activities required to maintain accreditation standards related to Human Resources and Health and Safety including conducting research, determining best practices, drafting policies and executing tests and drills as required
- Coordinate, monitor and facilitate training and development activities for the organization
- Represent the Human Resources team on internal and external committees
- Other duties as assigned

**SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Post-secondary education in Human Resources Management.
- Minimum three years direct experience in a Human Resources capacity (healthcare or community care experience preferred)

**ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS**:

- Working knowledge of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, the Occupational Health & Safety Act and regulations, including WHMIS and the Ontario Human Rights Code such as disability / WSIB claims management, health & safety, human resources, or occupational health
- Experience with high volume recruitment and selection
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant employment legislation
- Ability to interact with all levels of the organization in a professional manner, including demonstrating tact, diplomacy, discretion and cultural sensitivity
- Solid understanding of, and commitment to, requirements for privacy and confidentiality with regard to personal information and personal health information
- Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office products required; Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and Power Point
- Experience working with HR and Payroll databases (ADP, Alayacare)
- Sound judgment and the ability to effectively problem solve or, assess the situation to determine the urgency and risk, and escalate accordingly
- Strong conflict management skill with the ability to finesse and diffuse situations with appropriate resolutions or compromise
- Strong documentation and follow up skills
- Able to manage stress, adapt and move easily with change
- Access to a vehicle and willingness to travel within the GTA as required
- Nucleus provides services on a 24/7 basis. Flexibility to work outside of regularly scheduled hours is required.

Nucleus values diversity in the workplace because it allows us to better understand and meet the needs of our clients and the communities we serve. It helps us foster greater creativity, breadth of experience, and personal growth among our staff, and it's essential to our success as an organization.

We want to ensure every job applicant is treated fairly and with respect regarding race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, family status and disability. Accommodations are available upon request. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply.

**Status**: Full-time; permanent; non-Union

**Schedule**: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

**Remuneration**: $60,000 - $65,000 per annum, plus group benefits and pensi