Human Resources Specialist

Acclaim Health is a registered charity with over 600 employees that helps over 25,000 people a year. We are Halton’s most trusted home care and community support services provider - and have been for over 90 years. We have a proud and long tradition of providing home and community care to families across the region.

At Acclaim Health we pride ourselves on creating good in the world by giving back to our community, and through a culture of caring, for our patients, clients and our colleagues. We are offer our colleagues flexibility, recognition, benefits, a supportive learning culture, and an expectation of high standards, all while having fun

We are currently looking for a dynamic **Human Resources Specialist **to join our team. This role is an integral member of the HR team who provides administrative and functional support, and acts as a key contact point for employees. This position is based out of our Oakville head office and may include a combination of virtual and in-office work. This is a full-time position.

As HR Specialist you will provide a range of support with HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, updating and maintaining the HR database, tracking employee statuses, HR reporting and much more You will be a key player in the management of employee life cycle documentation. The HR Specialist will also be involved with the exciting implementation of a new HR system over the next several months.

You are an enthusiastic professional with a passion for employee engagement who thrives in a fast-paced environment. It is essential to be an effective communicator, organized, and able to work independently and collaboratively with a proactive approach. The HR Specialist interacts with all levels of staff across the organization and ensures teams are supported with high quality information.

**KEY FUNCTIONS**:

- Support internal recruitment and generate employment offers
- Support bi-monthly orientations, onboarding of new hires, and new hire documentation management
- Manage general HR inquiries and confidential administrative matters for the department
- Process information and status changes for existing staff
- Assist with processing WSIB claims and leaves of absence
- Maintain employee data, including training records, in internal databases
- Prepare and maintain reports within the HR department and prepare periodic reports for management, as necessary or requested
- Support the day-to-day efficient operation of the HR department

**POSITION REQUIREMENTS**:
**- Community College Diploma or University Degree in HR or Business Administration or equivalent**
- Minimum 2 to 3 years proven experience in a human resources role
- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong problem solving and effective listening skills
- Strong multitasking skills with the ability to work under pressure and tight timelines
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretionary skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member
- Demonstrated experience with a computerized HRMS system, ADP and UKG an asset
- Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Salary range: $50,973 - $54,054
- Acclaim Health is committed to working towards a more inclusive, diverse and equitable world. We recognize that our work environment is stronger and our care more effective when it includes people of varying race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, family status or disability status._

**Please note - only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.**
- Acclaim Health is an equal opportunity employer._

**Salary**: $50,973.00-$54,054.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you have a Community College Diploma or University Degree in HR or Business Administration or equivalent?

**Experience**:

- human resources: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person