Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator

Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator - Extendicare Cedars Villa

Candidates are invited to apply for the Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator position to work Multisite at Extendicare Cedars Villa and Hillcrest, located in Calgary, Alberta.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly accountable to the Regional Manager of Programs.
• An integral part of the staff development team within the facilities, Conducts Staff education on all aspects of Occupational Health and safety, Hazard assessment, orientation, Crisis prevention etc
• Support staff in completing and reporting Staff work injuries
• Follow Corporate direction for submission of staff work injury reports and WCB submissions
• Coordinate all modified and return to work plans which are WCB and Non WCB related
• Be the contact person for the OIS clinic and WCB representatives
• Maintain all Occupational Health and safety documentation including corporate policies, Legislation, CSSA and Partner's in injury reduction activities.
• Complete emergency response coded Drills, tabletop exercises
• Partner with community partners to prepare, implement and evaluate Evacuation sites
• Participate in emergency preparedness planning, Implementation and Evaluation activities
• Coordinates and chairs OH&S meetings including monthly inspections and minutes which are shared with all staff
• Performs all duties in accordance with established health and safety regulations/guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in Quality assurance activities, meetings to align the facilities goals with the strategic plan and benchmarks.
• Foster relationships with all department heads and staff

QUALIFICATIONS

• A post-secondary degree or equivalent in a health care or related field
• Certification and experience in Occupational Health and Safety in a health setting is preferred
• Certification and experience in providing adult education in multiple formats
• Working knowledge or certified auditor of CSSA Partner's in Injury reduction
• Experience in managing WCB claims
• Additional education certificates to support staff learning in Crisis prevention, Trauma informed, Mental health, PIR auditor certificate, Gentle Persuasive approach but not limited too
• Proficiency in Microsoft office 365 and other application relevant to position
• Ability to operate office equipment
• Works collaboratively with the health care team and acts as a champion of customer satisfaction and customer service.

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Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.