Job Description

With our continued growth an exciting career opportunity is currently available at WFCU Credit Union for an experienced:

BENEFITS & WELLNESS SPECIALIST

As a member of the HR team, you will have daily responsibilities related to employee wellness, benefit administration, short- and long-term disability management as well as health and safety.

In summary, as a Benefits and Wellness Specialist you will:

Design, promote and deliver employee strategies to optimize physical and mental health Oversee, manage and augment our competitive employee wellness program Lead the benefit program to ensure delivering the strategic priority to "treat you well" Manage short term disability process including relationships with our providers Provide support to our employees to develop positive health habits with proven results Make recommendations for our benefit offerings and group benefits plan Create and manage external health resources available to our employees Have responsibility for health and safety audits, inspections and committee meetings

As the successful candidate, you'll have responsibility for:

Assisting with day-to-day benefit administration Actively managing short and long-term disability cases Ensuring legislative compliance with all applicable laws related to employment Maintaining high standards of professionalism and confidentially Working in a fast paced and deadline driven environment with high adaptability Demonstrating an ability to adapt to changing priorities Occasional travel throughout Ontario

The "must-have" skills and qualifications that we're looking for are:

A degree or diploma in health promotion, kinesiology, human resources (with a specialty in disability administration) or related field. 5 years of previous progressive related experience An individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills Demonstration of continuous learning and professional development Expert computer proficiency skills operating Microsoft Excel and Word

These additional skills are considered assets too:

Experience working in the financial services industry Canadian Certified Professional Ergonomist (CCPE) designation Life & Wellness Coach Certification, Health & Wellness Coach Certification, or equivalent
If you feel you're a great fit, let us know why!

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications may be sent to the attention of:

Megan Lynn
Manager, Human Resources - WFCU Credit Union
careers@wfcu.ca

WFCU Credit Union will accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities through our recruitment process as we are made aware of these requests. The accommodation will be based on the individual needs of the job candidate.

Working at WFCU Credit Union

For the sixth consecutive year, WFCU Credit Union has been certified as a Great Place to Work, as well as repeatedly been named one of the Best Workplaces in Canada(TM). Joining WFCU means you will be part of a team committed to providing members with a high level of service, while also supporting the communities we serve to be the best places to live and work.

As an employee of WFCU, you'll have the opportunity to work in a positive, goal-driven, and professional environment. Our award-winning HR philosophy to "hire the best, treat them well, and see them stay" is a point of pride and a key factor in our employees' success and WFCU's success.

We seek the best and brightest professionals and provide them with ample opportunity for advancement. Our industry-leading compensation package includes comprehensive benefits and training programs, plus a fantastic wellness program with several distinctive perks. A few highlights include:

An annual monetary benefit equivalent to a percentage of an employee's salary intended to enhance physical and mental well-being. This can be used towards a vacation package, spa services, gaming equipment, and more! Discounts on WFCU's financial products and services, including a $10,000 Line of Credit at 0% interest. A bank of up to 10 annual personal days, as well as 13+ paid holidays. A voluntary RRSP matching program at 6% of an employee's annual salary.
Experience our Employee Advantage Program which demonstrates our unmatched commitment to opportunities for professional and self-development, employee wellness, competitive compensation, and a culture of celebration!

It's an exciting time to join our team. To find out more, apply today!

About WFCU Credit Union

WFCU Credit Union is a leading progressive financial institution headquartered in Windsor and Essex County since 1940. Proudly serving Ontario residents, community organizations, small businesses, commercial entities, and public institutions for over 84 years, WFCU is the sixth-largest credit union in Ontario, and the 20th largest credit union in Canada.

Together with its retail divisions, Rapport, ECU, and Health Care, WFCU operates 24 branches across Ontario from Thunder Bay to Kingston, Toronto to Windsor, and numerous smaller communities in between. WFCU's 80,000+ members can bank anytime, anywhere through a variety of service channels, including online and mobile banking, live telephone banking, and ATM services.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application question(s):

Do you know anyone who works at WFCU Credit Union? What are your salary expectations?
Experience:

previous progressive related: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person