Director, Learning & Organizational Development

Job Number:

J0922-0649


Job Title:

Director, Learning & Organizational Development


Job Type:

Perm F/T


City, Province, Country:

Guelph, Ontario, Canada


Job Category:

Human Resources


Open Positions:

1


Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.



Position Summary


As our Director, Learning & Organizational Development, you will be an integral part of a collaborative team and lead cultural development initiatives that distinguish us as an employer of choice. If you are looking for a company that is constantly moving forward in pursuit of successful outcomes, get ready to love it here!



What you'll be doing


• Lead the design, development, implementation and evaluation of programs, policies and strategies tailored to meet OD needs and program goals
• Regularly assess workplace experience across the organization and oversee follow-up at all levels
• Bring forward Homewood Health strategic issues, recommendations and solutions
• Support the identification and implementation of the best and most current HR and organizational development practices
• Manage an L&OD Manager who supports leaders and teams through learning and coaching opportunities and an Inclusive Culture Consultant who leads the implementation of our DEI Strategic plan
• Provide expert facilitation, coaching and consultation to leaders regarding effective leadership and team development
• Manage the individual talent development planning process for executives and emerging leaders
• Build a succession planning framework and work with leaders to prepare individual succession plans for critical roles
• Drive the continuing implementation of the National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace
• Create and deliver change management and employee engagement programs, while undertaking OD interventions and recommending solutions to address gaps
• Act as a resource to the HR team to develop team-building exercises and workshops, diagnose potential organizational problem areas and resolve conflict within groups
• Establish and track L & OD performance indicators, measuring quality, consistency and effectiveness and make recommendations to support continuous improvement
• Collaborate on the development and refinement of the HR strategic plan to drive the organization's strategic priorities
• Provide insights and advice on the selection of off-the-shelf training content



What we're looking for


• 5 - 7 years' combined experience coaching and supporting teams and leaders in an OD capacity, developing and facilitating corporate learning programs in a complex, multi-site organization and developing/implementing OD initiatives and projects, including a minimum of two years in a management capacity.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology or other relevant discipline; Master's degree in organizational development/organizational behavior is an asset
• CPHR and OD certification preferred; certification related to coaching is an asset (ICF or other)
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning styles, participative training design, group dynamics, interactive learning, leadership coaching and conflict resolution
• Superior verbal and written communication skills; French skills are an asset
• Demonstrated ability to think and act with strategic and tactical agility, prioritize and drive tangible results
• Proven ability to design, develop and deliver effective and engaging learning sessions, programs and presentations, both in person and remotely
• Adept with a variety of multimedia training platforms and methods
• Proven project management skills
• Effective in a fast-paced, changing, service-centric environment
• Ability to perform and interpret needs analyses and translate findings into development/training strategies
• Ability to work independently and also build relationships as part of a team environment where interpersonal and partnering skills are valued
• Knowledge of competency modeling, selection and training, organizational development and performance management
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint; effective at creating learning assessments, resources and presentations


As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Homewood Health Centre requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.



Why work with us


Homewood Health is Canada's largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!As an equal opportunity employer, Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion. For this reason, we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women, racialized and indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.


Join us at Homewood Health™ and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.