Job Description

Robert Half\'s client in the Long-Term care industry is looking for someone who leads the way in establishing, implementing and embedding comprehensive, organization-wide programs to enable a physical and psychologically safe work environment. Responsibilities include developing, managing and working with line of business leaders to implement an internal responsibility system that consists of health and safety protocols and wellness programs. Serves as the primary liaison with the Ministry of Labour (MoL) and Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB), and facilitates the participation and involvement of the Joint Health and Safety Committees (JHSC). Advances safety standards, conducts health and safety training and oversees inspections and audits. Additionally, manages both short-term and long term disability claims.Key Responsibilities:1. Develop, implement, and continuously improve integrated health, safety and wellness policies and procedures that are aligned with organization needs, industry standards, Occupational Health & Safety Act/regulations (OHSA), WSIB regulations, and JHSC recommendations2. Conduct regular assessments and audits to identify potential health and safety hazards and risks, implement corrective actions to maintain compliance with OHSA, WSIB requirements and JHSC recommendations. Develops and implements wellness initiatives opportunities and improvements3. Collaborate with line of business leaders to establish a prominent role as the go to expert in health, safety, and wellness4. Facilitate effective processes to seamlessly integrate health, safety, and wellness in promoting continuous improvement, sustainability, leader, staff and organization resiliency5. Provide education and training to leaders and employees on health, safety and wellness practices, techniques, and strategies for maintaining a healthy work environment including:- Related legislative updates & compliance, injury prevention, WSIB reporting procedures and wellness initiatives, while encouraging active participation and feedback to the JHSC6. Facilitate the participation and involvement of the JHSCs in identifying health and safety concerns and risks, conducting and tracking workplace inspections, and developing recommendations for improvement including ensuring compliance with corrective actions within the required timeframe7. Implement effective risk management and quality improvement programs, including infection control, occupational health, etc.8. Serve as liaison between MoL and WSIB, handling all inquiries, visits, and claims administration, including reporting, investigations, and coordinating return-to-work plans, while ensuring alignment with JHSC recommendations9. Collaborate with leaders to implement and integrate wellness considerations into organizational practices10. Monitor and analyze data related to health, safety, wellness and WSIB outcomes, and use findings to inform program improvements and new initiativesQualifications:1. Bachelors Degree or Diploma in heath promotion, nursing, or one of the allied health/rehabilitation sciences, or Occupational Health and Safety2. Certification in health and safety management (e.g., Certified Health and Safety Consultant) and WSIB administration
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