Human Resources Business Partner

Grow Your Career at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS)

At BCHS we are driven by a bold vision: To Lead Beyond Care. As a two-site community hospital system in Brantford and Paris Ontario we serve with purpose passion and a deep commitment to the people who rely on us.

• Brantford General Hospital Our acute care hospital offering a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services.
• The Willett in Paris Home to our urgent care centre and transitional care services supporting patients through every step of their healthcare journey.

With over 130 years of service BCHS is evolving with a renewed focus on excellence collaboration and innovation. Our strategic priorities center on Quality Care Connected Teams and a Healthy Future for our patients our people and our community. Our culture is shaped by our core values and pillars:

Core Values

• Be Bold and Courageous
• Commit to Excellence
• Champion Equity
• Be Trustworthy

Four Pillars

• Patient-First
• People-Centred
• Partnership- Based
• Progress- Focused

These values reflect who we are what we stand for and how we work together to have influence. Join us in shaping the future of healthcareright here at BCHS.

Why Choose BCHS

• Investing in You Access to a centralized Education Fund tuition support and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible Scheduling Within a standard work week
• Career Growth Internal job postings mentorship programs and leadership development.
• Predictable Work Locations Stability and consistency in your work environment.
• Collaborative Team Culture Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive interdisciplinary setting.
• Employee Wellness Matters Peer Support Team Wellness Committee Free confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
• Commitment to Safety Comprehensive safety programs for all
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Salaries and benefits designed to align with industry standards reinforcing our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. Excellent Pension Plan.
• Diversity & Inclusion We are actively working to diversify our teams and remove systemic barriers in hiring retention and advancement. We track and report on our progress because representation matters. We regularly review our benefits policies and programs through an equity lens to meet the needs of our diverse teams. Provide accommodations for religious practices and use trauma-informed policies that support mental wellbeing.
• Recognition & Rewards Employee appreciation programs and professional recognition opportunities and Corporate Committee
• Community Impact Make a real difference in patient care and public health every day.
• Choose Civility Where every interaction matters. Civility and respect shape our workplace as individuals treat one anotherand the communities we serve with dignity empathy and cultural awareness. We foster a culture of civility by raising awareness setting clear expectations and continually reviewing our policies and practices to ensure respect is at the core of everything we do.

Position Summary

At BCHS the HR Business Partner is an integral part of our Human Resources team with a focus on labour this role you will work closely with the People Culture Leadership Team Labour Relations team along with the Corporate Leadership team. You will be responsible for providing in-depth knowledge expertise and counsel related to Labour Relations policies processes and strategies related legislation and labour market trends.

Our Ideal Candidate Has:

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Certified Human Resources Leader professional designation (or working towards) is required
• Minimum 5 years progressive HR experience in a unionized environment preferably within healthcare
• Strong knowledge of relevant Employment legislation including Employment Standards Act Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Human Rights legislation Pay Equity Act
• Demonstrated people-centred leadership qualities including humility compassion authenticity emotional intelligence and the ability to inspire and empower others.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage influence and build trust with employees leaders and stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to foster a culture of collaboration transparency and shared decision-making aligned with organizational values and team-based approaches.
• Skilled in negotiation facilitation conflict resolution and navigating change with empathy and professionalism.
• Proven track record leading a wide range of issues and the management of grievances and disputes to support organizational objectives
• Excellent computer skills including MS Office Social Platforms and Job Boards
• Commitment to cultural diversity in the workplace as it relates to the employment process
• Excellent Customer service and relationship management skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and lead HR initiatives in a fast-paced complex environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across all levels of the organization
• Criminal Record Check required

You will be responsible for:

• Effective administration interpretation and application of collective agreements and Hospital policies guidelines and directives
• Grievance and dispute resolution management including representing the Hospital at mediations and partnering with legal counsel on matters proceeding to arbitration
• Deliver sound responsible guidance on matters involving workplace violence workplace discrimination and harassment return-to-work/modified work by identifying and cooperating with HR partners (i.e. Occupational Health Safety and Wellness)
• Lead participate and support union-management committees and meetings
• Engaged and active participation as part of the client consultancy team (along with representatives from both finance and decision support units) to inform our clients decision-making on matters involving operational planning annual budgeting and risk mitigation
• Fostering additional HR offerings within the People Services division by establishing strong working relationships with colleagues responsible for recruitment job evaluation total compensation talent and performance management diversity volunteer services and organizational development
• Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned client group and key stakeholders (including union leaders) to assist with meeting the clients people needs in a proactive manner
• Ensure effective and efficient application of standards in relation to daily HR transactions
• Participate in the development and implementation of Human Resource policies procedures and programs
• Prepares reports / proposals / briefing notes / executive summaries to translate data / research into clear succinct and actionable recommendations.
• Safety (patient worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.

Our Commitment to Equity Diversity and Inclusion

BCHS is committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome people from all walks of life including people of all genders sexual orientations racial and ethnic backgrounds Indigenous identities abilities and lived experiences. Inclusion is part of how we deliver better care

We are dedicated to removing barriers and providing accommodations at every stage of the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations please inform us when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Ready to Make a Difference If you are passionate about healthcare and looking for a supportive and dynamic work environment we would love to hear from you! Apply today and join BCHS in delivering exceptional care with compassion and integrity.