Employee Relations Associate

At Grand River Hospital we are building a world class health care system supporting healthier lives for the communities we serve. We value people above all else and the experiences of our patients and their families, our team members, and our partners are at the very top of our agenda.

Through our values of CARE; TRUST AND BE TRUSTWORTHY; COURAGE TO START, HEART TO FINISH and WELCOME ONE TO WELCOME ALL we leverage the collective talents and strengths of our GRH team, our community, and our partners to innovate and accelerate the transformation of health care delivery.

We currently have an opportunity available for a temporary full time Employee Relations Associate until approximately March 31, 2025

**Hours of Work**:Monday to Friday, Hybrid Work Environment

**How Employee Relations Associate support our teams at Grand River Hospital**:
**The Employee Relations Associate will coordinate meetings as required, assist with grievance, labour management and employee corrective action responses.**

**The successful incumbent will also assist with compiling files for legal counsel, composing letters, processing union leave requests and assisting with research into grievances. They will compile and publish seniority lists as well as running audit reports and other regularly required reports. There will be additional project work as required.**

**At Grand River Hospital, the Employee Relations Associate**:

- **2-3 years’ experience in human resources, preferably in a healthcare setting required.**:

- **1-year experience in employee relations preferred.**:

- **Certificate in HR program or related post-secondary education or equivalent combination of education and relevant human resources experience required.**:

- **Confirmed superior customer service, administrative and communication skills are essential.**:

- **Keen attention to detail**:

- **Strong knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook**:

- **Strong minute taking and typing skills**:

- **Familiarity with an HRIS system is preferred**:

- **Detail-oriented and able to respond positively to change.**:

- **Ability to work through continuous disruptions**:

- **Able to work both independently and as a member of a team.**

**At Grand River Hospital we support our Team Members with**:

- **A thorough onboarding and orientation program**:

- **Ongoing training and development opportunities**:

- **Access to our Ongoing Education Fund**:

- **Career mentorship**:

- **Wellness programs**

**Grand River Hospital is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to: racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Grand River Hospital is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI).**

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**APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED.**

**Grand River Hospital is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to: racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Grand River Hospital is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI).