Human Resources Generalist

HUMAN RESOURCES

Human Resource Generalist

PROGRAM :

The Progressive Housing Society is a leader within our community, and we work hard to provide the best outcomes for our clients.

We believe in empowering people to live well which is why we help clients with their basic needs while also helping them to live as independently as possible in the community.

Access to food, shelter, and healthcare is part of what we do, but we also help clients develop and maintain life-skills.

All our programs are designed to support clients with their individual needs and preferences in mind.

THE OPPORTUNITY :

We are offering a rewarding opportunity to join an organization that is passionately dedicated in providing professional services.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, this position will provide Human Resource generalist services and support functional areas such as, Employee health and wellness programs, Labour Relations, Disability Management Program (EDMP), Recruitment, Performance Management, pay, benefits, leave administration, training and development activities, Policy Development, and maintenance of employee records and operational policy and procedures.

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal are essential. The HR Generalist must be able to perform a high volume of risk assessments, investigations, occupational health and safety issues and be highly organized as well be proactive in managing emerging issues while using sound judgment in assessing priorities.

This position requires a high degree of tact and discretion and being highly effective at building positive relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Preference will be given to candidates who have successfully completed a business or human resource management degree with a CPHR designation with ten years or more directly related recent experience or have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience preferred with Com Vida Payroll and HR Systems or other HR management software. Experience in a unionized HR and Non-Profit environment is preferred.

A criminal record check is required.

JOB TITLE : HR Generalist - EXCLUDED

REPORTS TO : Director Of Operations

JOB SUMMARY :

Provide HR Generalist services in the areas of Investigations, Labour Relations, Employee Performance and Development, Disability Management, Recruitment, HR Policy development, HR and Operational policy development, salary administration and benefits.

Provide HR services with a strong focus on Health and Safety and be consistent with the policies, procedures, and Mission Statement of Progressive Housing Society.

This role works with the team, administration, field and management, with a thorough understanding of the culture. This is an exempt / excluded full time position that is part of the Senior Leadership Team.

This is a full-time position. Position comes with an excellent benefit package. This is not a remote position, essential services required at the workplace.

Some travel to the various sites.

Salary : Commensurate with qualifications, range is $85,000 to $110,000

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. HR Generalist

• Provide advice and guidance to managers and supervisors to support them in effectively managing their employees and resolving workplace issues.
• Provide advice, training and coaching to managers, supervisors, and employees with respect to established policies, principles, procedures, collective agreements, and resources in the areas of labour relations, Disability Management, hiring and retention, employee performance and development, salary administration and benefits.
• Participate and contribute to committees or work groups.
• Highly effective in building positive working relationships and creating productive teams.
• Mentor support staff.

2. Disability Case Management

• Manage the Disability Management Program (EDMP)
• Manage employee disability management call in system (ANNI)
• Coordinate and manage the Employee Family Assistance Plan.
• Coordinates and schedules in consultation with site managers all critical incident debriefings or trauma counselling as required.
• Review and assess medical evidence of the inability to work; establish and maintain an absence tracking system.
• Provide advice and guidance to Managers, Supervisors, and employees
• Design and implement return to work plans

3. Labour Relations

• Under supervision of the Director of Operations, assist line Managers in drafting disciplinary and grievance correspondence and documentation and, provide advice as to its clarity and consistency.
• Participate in and contribute to problem solving meetings and discussion with Line Managers regarding hours of work, discrimination and harassment cases, probationary employee and performance management, workplace investigations and other employee relations issues.
• Provide interpretations and advice on the application of collective agreement language to HR staff, Managers and Supervisors.
• Liaise with HEABC regarding union grievances and processes.

4. Recruitment

• Manage recruitment for the Society in conjunction with Manager’s.
• Manage all staff orientation documents and requirements for hiring.

5. Performance Management and Training Development

• Manage performance of all employees in conjunction with Managers.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive Agency training (NVCI, First Aid, and related courses)
• Develop site operational manuals.

6. Other Related Duties

Other requests from the Director of Operations.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

1. Ability to establish good working relationships with managers, employees, and union representatives.

2. Identify and analyze issues and trends.

3. Effectively manage a demanding caseload within a complex environment.

4. Conduct in-depth investigations relating to accidents / incidents and employee misconduct and make appropriate recommendations.

5. Excellent oral and written communication skills

6. Speak publicly in both formal and informal settings.

7. Deliver information or decisions that may be upsetting or provoke a reaction from staff.

8. Intermediate MS Office skills

9. Extensive experience and demonstrated success in time management, problem solving, conflict resolution, building positive relationships and consensus building.

10. Ability to lead, coach, train, supervise and mentor staff to achieve to the best of their abilities.

11. Good problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

12. Knowledge of Employment Standards, Human Rights, HR policies and other applicable legislation.

13. Professional acumen

KEY COMPETENCIES :

Listening, Understanding and Responding; Building Relationships; Results Orientation; Service Orientation; Teamwork and Cooperation;

Expertise; Flexibility; Organizational Awareness

Please submit your cover letter and resume to the Progressive Housing Society at [email protected] by July 7, 2024. Only applicants who make the short list will be contacted.

Thank you for your interest!