Manager, Human Resources

COMPETITION #: #007-25

DATE POSTED: January 10, 2025

DATE CLOSED: January 19, 2025

CATEGORY: Regular Full-time / Permanent

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources

REPORTS TO: Director, Human Resources

OFFICE LOCATION: Any Ontario Health atHome Office, however, preference will be given to candidates residing in the North West or North East

HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week/1950 annual

SALARY: OHaH Non Union Band 7 - $108,339 to $129,362

CARE AND BE CARED FOR - THIS IS YOUR HOME

Are you a dynamic Human Resources leader with strong experience in strategic planning, labour relations, recruitment and health and safety? Do you have the ability to build effective teams, collaborative partnerships and lead change with creative solutions? Are you passionate about exceptional health care and driven by a desire to help others?

If so, take a look at this rewarding career opportunity working alongside a supportive and collaborative team of over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals.

As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness, and work-life balance.

The Manager, Human Resources (HR) will be responsible for leading and supporting HR staff in the effective delivery of services including the key areas of recruitment, HR Information Systems, and benefits administration. The position also manages employee and labour relations activities, health and safety and will participate in a variety of HR projects and initiatives related to the Annual Business Plan and People Strategy. This position is assigned to oversee the North West geography currently, however, may be assigned to other geographic areas provincially as required.

What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth, and innovation, we offer: ​

• Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits​
• Valuable development opportunities​
• Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
  • Flexible work location (this position can be located at any of the Ontario Health atHome office, however, preference will be given to candidates in the North West or North East)

What will you do?

• Lead, manage, and develop a diverse team of direct reports within the Human Resources

portfolio.

• Enhance systems and process efficiencies, seeking out opportunities for continuous

Improvement.

• Provide operational management of the recruitment, systems, and benefits programs in addition to general HR administration and service delivery.
• Oversee and ensure the maintenance and accuracy of employment related data and records in

all HR systems; guide systems configuration, testing and standardization activities.

• Support Employee and Labour Relations activities including those related to health care,

transformation, workplace investigations, grievances while recommend strategies to manage

and mitigate labour relations issues.

• Promote and support health, safety, wellness, and recognition initiatives.
• Responsible to guide and support relevant committees and work groups regarding

implementation HR programs, initiatives and processes which may include: AODA, FLS, and HR.

• Records Management, and transition and transformational changes
• Establish and maintain effective and collaborative relationships at all levels in the organization

to build trust and confidence in the Human Resources portfolio.

• Champion human resources best practices, develop and implement supporting policies,

procedures, practices, and systems that comply with relevant legislation.

• Provide advice and counsel to leaders and staff on matters related to the human resources to

support the fair and equitable application of human resources policies.

• Support the development and coaching of new and existing leaders on employee/labour

relations and workforce matters.

• Keep informed of changing legislation, trends, issues, policies and procedures relating to human

resources functions.

• Integrate sound quality, safety, and risk management practices into the business processes and

day-to-day decisions.

• Follow safe practices related to the security and privacy of information.
• Accountable for taking every reasonable precaution to protect the health and safety of

Employees.

• Responsible to ensure that equipment is safe, properly instructs employees on safe operation

and use and ensure employees follow established safe work practices and procedures.

• Provide support and coverage to other HR Leadership roles as necessary.

What must you have?

• A university degree in Human Resources and/or Labour Relations, Healthcare or Business Administration and/or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of five 5 years of related experience in a unionized environment with leadership experience preferred.
• In depth knowledge of related labour and employment legislation such as Employment Standards Act, Labour Relations Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act and Ontario Human Rights Code.
• Knowledge of Human Resources leading practices, policies, processes, and evaluation tools.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective time management, prioritization, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment.
• Experience with human resources data and related systems.
• Established ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports, and forms.
• A valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment managing relationships and processes both in-person and virtually.
• We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date.

What would give you the edge?

• Certified Human Resources Professional or Leader designation (CHRP/CHRL).
• People leadership experience in human resources in a diverse unionized environment.
• Experience in health care or public sector.
• Fluent in French or another language.

Who are we?

We are Ontario Health atHome, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, family physicians, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centered care.

Why join us?

If you're interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.

Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment

Ontario Health atHome is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.