Specialist Accommodations & Attendance Management

Position #: V44415

Expected Start Date: October 15, 2024

Union: OOS

Facility: Wascana Rehabilitation Centre

City/Town: Regina

Department: Accommodations and Attendance Management Regina

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: July 01, 2025

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Standby

Hours of Work: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Job Description:

Accommodations & Attendance Management Specialists are responsible for providing advanced knowledge as a strategic partner and subject matter expert in the design, delivery and implementation of human resource services and strategies to improve operations, achieve goals and resolve issues. The Specialist provides guidance and support for all return to work and/or accommodations and attendance issues including external insurance providers, CBA interpretations, validating, questioning and requesting additional medical information, grievance procedures including arbitrations, and policy development. They will develop and provide education for physicians, managers, union representatives, and employees with regard to the accommodation and attendance programs and processes.
The Specialist demonstrates strong leadership to enable an innovative and positive working climate and a client-centric culture. The Specialist must work cross functionally within the portfolio and across the organization to support operations. The Specialist will develop partnerships and work closely with system and community partners.

Travel Required: Yes

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• 3 years experience in health care and/or disability or attendance management

Education

• Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin)
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in a health related field
• Master of Social Work (MSW)
• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
• Social Work diploma (DipSW)

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Disability Support Worker certificate is acceptable
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Competencies

• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Analytical skills
• Critical thinking skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/
• Travel within Saskatchewan