Safety and Health

About Us:

DASCH is a non-profit organization established in 1974 dedicated to exploring and meeting the residential, day program, respite and foster care needs of youth and adults. All our programs are based in Winnipeg. Our residential program consists of over 50 homes; our day services program consists of two-day programs and our educational program called DASCHWorks supports people in finding and maintaining meaningful employment. People can participate in personalized social, educational, vocational, and recreational services that provide learning opportunities and greater independence. Learn more about our services at

Are you passionate about creating safer workplaces and driving positive change? As a member of DASCH's People Resources team, you'll play a key role in advancing safety and health initiatives across the organization. You'll collaborate with colleagues to deliver innovative safety programs, provide hands-on training, and support a culture where safety is a core value. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working as part of a team, and are motivated by opportunities to solve problems and make a meaningful impact in Winnipeg, this position offers a chance to grow your career while helping others.

Position Summary:

As part of the People Resources team, you will guide and shape safety and health programs throughout the company, oversee Workers' Compensation Board claims, and develop as well as track employee plans for returning to work. You'll manage multiple priorities and projects in a dynamic setting, motivate and engage others to achieve safety goals, innovate and adapt to changing conditions while ensuring accountability for results.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a safety & health culture
• Process WCB claims within statutory time limits and coordinate responses
• Implement and monitor the return-to-work program
• Ensure DASCH meets or exceeds all safety & health and accessibility legislative standards
• Coordinate and oversee quarterly and annual safety inspections at all DASCH locations
• Monitor and support the safety & health committee
• Investigate workplace safety & health and respectful workplace incidents, and resolve refusal to work issues
• Provide safety & health training at the supervisor and worker level
• Collaborate with learning and development to identify training needs related to disability management and workplace safety & health
• Update policies, procedures, and manuals as needed
• Be flexible to new ideas, responsibilities and assignments
• Receive support and guidance from the Chief Human Resources Officer

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in a safety & health position preferred
• Post-secondary degree in a health, human resources, or business-related field, degree/diploma in occupational health & safety
• Knowledge of Manitoba safety and accessibility legislation, Workers Compensation Board, and return-to-work practices
• CRSP designation an asset
• Microsoft office proficiency
• A valid driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle during work hours is required

Your Characteristics:

• You enjoy working in a team environment and work effectively with others
• You are detail-oriented, organized, and have great time management skills
• You build relationships by establishing trust and rapport with others
• You listen carefully and communicate clearly in writing and verbally
• You handle sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism
• Self-awareness allows you to seek feedback, learn and improve

Work Hours:

• Full Time, 18-month term position
• Monday to Friday working in the office and in the field

Wage: Annual salary starting at $46,000

How We Support You:

• Two weeks' vacation after one year, paid with each paycheque
• Six sick or personal use days per calendar year, pro-rated
• Comprehensive employer-paid training
• Family health and dental coverage
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid mileage
• Optional RRSP and TFSA plans

Thank you for your interest in DASCH; however, only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note that employment within DASCH is contingent on the receipt of satisfactory background checks, including Criminal Record Check (CRC) with Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check (AARC) and Child Abuse Registry Check (CARC) as well as employment reference checks. DASCH will accept existing CRC, AARC and CARC if dated within 3 months of your application date. You may apply for your CRC online at Obtaining these documents is not a guarantee of employment.