Paralegal

3 days ago

Toronto, Canada Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation (OSSTFFEESO) Full time

ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS’ FEDERATION

60 Mobile Drive, Toronto, Ontario. M4A 2P3

                                                              

Paralegal (Bilingual, English/French)


The Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation invites applications for the position of Paralegal with the Protective Services Division. This is a unionized position.

 

PART 1 – POSITION SUMMARY


The Paralegal is responsible for the management of members’ claims at the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board and/or the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal. The duties of a Paralegal include providing sound advice, guidance and when necessary, representation before the WSIB or before the WSIAT and other administrative tribunals, and the administrative and legal work related to these responsibilities. The position works within the Protective Services Division, and in accordance with the policies of OSSTF/FEESO and applicable legislation.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (not listed in order of priority):


1.        Conducting merit reviews of WSIB/WCB cases and providing practical advice to the organization.

2.        Conducting legal research and interviewing clients and witnesses.

3.        Preparing written briefs and submissions.

4.        Preparing for and conducting appeal hearings before the WSIB, WSIAT.

5.        Analyzing and organizing research and information.

6.        Scheduling and coordination of meetings.

7.        Organizing and maintaining legal files.

8.        Ensures compliance with provincial and OSSTF/FEESO occupational health and safety legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures.

9.        Ensures confidentiality is maintained in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act or other related applicable legislation.

10.     Attends meetings during and after business hours as required.

11.     Performs other duties as assigned.


PART II – POSITION REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

·               Minimum of two (2) year College Diploma in Law.

·               Minimum one (1) year recent verifiable experience working as a Paralegal

·               Legal research skills

·               An understanding of medical terminology and human rights legislation

·               Maintain a valid P1 Paralegal License.

·               Bilingualism (French/ English) is required.

·               Proficient word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database application skills.

·               Ability to work under pressure within strict deadlines.

·               Organizational skills to maintain numerous files

·               Excellent interpersonal and public relation skills are required involving common sense, tact, courtesy, and integrity, both in person and by telephone.

·               Communication skills for advocating for and relaying information to clients, and when interviewing clients and witnesses.

·               Requires close attention to details and accuracy.

·               Understanding of and commitment to confidentiality


SALARY, BENEFITS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

·        In accordance with the COPE 343 Collective Agreement, the weekly starting salary for a Paralegal is $1,288.

·        Please refer to the collective agreement for working conditions and benefits.

·        May be required to work outside of business hours on occasion, as needed.


APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Please submit your résumé and covering letter as a single PDF file to:


Vaino Poysa, Associate General Secretary, Protective Services Division

c/o Zoe Vander Doelen, Human Resources Manager

Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation

60 Mobile Drive, Toronto, Ontario, M4A 2P3

Marked “Personal and Confidential”

Email: careers@osstf.ca


Please quote “Paralegal” in the subject line.


The deadline for receiving applications is 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.  


The Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF/FEESO) is dedicated to equity, anti-racism and anti-oppression while protecting and enhancing public education. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our members and our communities. We actively seek and welcome applications from members of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit and equity-seeking groups. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), OSSTF/FEESO strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free. If you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please advise the Recruitment Team where possible, in advance.


OSSTF/FEESO values the participation of members with various lived experiences. Self-identification of membership in equity-seeking or sovereignty-seeking group(s) is voluntary. If you choose to self-identify, please fill out the attached Applicant Voluntary Self-Identification Questionnaire.


Applicant Voluntary Self-Identification Questionnaire


The Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF/FEESO) is dedicated to equity, anti-racism and anti-oppression while protecting and enhancing public education. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of OSSTF/FEESO members and our communities. We actively seek and welcome applications from members of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and/or equity-seeking groups.


OSSTF/FEESO values the participation of individuals with various lived experiences. As part of our commitment to our Action Plan to Support Equity, Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression all applicants are invited to complete the Applicant Voluntary Self-Identification Questionnaire. This questionnaire is voluntary, and you may choose to skip the questionnaire or select “Prefer not to answer” to any of the questions. All information collected is confidential and will only be used to support OSSTF/FEESO’s efforts to cultivate a diverse workforce. If you have any questions about the questionnaire, please contact our Human Resources Manager.


1)   Do you self-identify as First Nations, Métis, and/or Inuit?

ð       No

ð       Yes

ð       Prefer not to answer

2)   Do you self-identify as a member of a racialized community?

  No

  Yes

  Prefer not to answer

3)   Do you self-identify as a person living with a disability?

  No

  Yes

  Prefer not to answer

4)   Do you self-identify as a woman or as gender diverse?

  No

  Yes

  Prefer not to answer

5)   Do you self-identify as 2SLGBTQI+ (Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex)?

  No

  Yes

  Prefer not to answer

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