CARE AND BE CARED FOR – THIS IS YOUR HOME
Do you have Occupational Health and Abilities Management experience and enjoy the challenge of championing a positive, healthy and engaging workplace that supports people to care for themselves and each other. Are you passionate about exceptional health care and driven by a desire to help others?
If so, look at this rewarding career opportunity working alongside a supportive and collaborative team of over 9,000 regulated health care and other professionals. We are amid a momentous time for health care in Ontario as we move to a more connected health care system through the Ontario Health Teams model of care.
Ontario Health at Home is looking for a permanent full-time Abilities Management Specialist. Reporting to the Manager, Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness, the Abilities Management Specialist is responsible for administering the Abilities Management programs and being a key resource in implementing wellness programs and initiatives. Working closely with Human Resources and Organizational Development this position will support the People Strategy in championing a positive, healthy and engaging workplace that supports people to care for themselves and each other.
What will you do?
- Provides support to employees on medical leave or those requiring support with reasonable accommodation to allow them to remain on the job.
- Provides oversight on the Ability Management program including ongoing implementation, and evaluation of the program, collecting, analyzing and interpreting data related to abilities management.
- Works with third party adjudicators to support workers on LTD with safe RTW as required
- Oversee both Occupational and non-occupational absences, ensuring cost effective support is provided to employees.
- Complete WSIB Employer forms, monitor and engage with WSIB Case managers and RTW specialists to support workers with RTW and/or temp/perm accommodations as needed.
- Investigate and perform contract tracing for employee infectious disease as required.
- Investigate and report Occupational Illnesses in collaboration with OHSW Manager as required.
- Administers the Accommodation process ensuring timely response to accommodation requests, review medical and determining reasonable accommodations as necessary in compliance with OHRC
- Administers Early and Safe Return to Work Policies and Procedures
- Applies medical leaves in compliance with Collective agreement language, policy and procedure
- Coordinates with various stakeholders to facilitate early and safe RTW and ensure leaves and RTWs are effectively processed
- Works with Human Resources Team to support the Attendance Support Framework and supporting those with requests for accommodation when identified and medical required.
- Coaches management team and internal HROD team on best practices and approaches for Attendance Support
- Monitor claims through the Abilities management program and performs periodic reviews as required.
- Adhere to ethical standards and professional conduct guidelines in abilities management. Ensuring accommodation plans are medically supported, and reasonable considering the employee’s objective medical needs. Adhere to Privacy and Confidentiality policies and procedures.
- Establishes and maintains collaborative relations at all levels in the organization to build trust and confidence in the Human Resources & Occupational Health Safety & Wellness portfolio.
- Leverages relationships with all levels to influence and drive organizational capacity and excellence.
- Develops and maintains relationships with other OHaH’ s and partner organizations to identify opportunities for system improvements, integration, etc.
- Liaise with external HROD colleagues and organizations to remain current and ensure OHaH South West practices continue to reflect best practices.
- Promotes leading ability and attendance management programs/practices and advises the leadership team on new trends/efficiencies/effectiveness requiring changes in current standards/practices.
- Provides information identifying how external contractors can be used to enhance effectiveness and efficiency in services and activities.
- Establishes and monitors key performance indicators and goals aligned with strategic directions and the annual operational plan
- Perform ergonomic assessments and make recommendations
- This position will also review proactive opportunities to keep employees healthy and engaged.
What must you have?
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study
- Registered Kinesiologist, Registered Physiotherapist, Registered Occupational Therapist or Registered Nurse preferred
- Strong knowledge of OHRC, AODA, WSIB, ESA and Human Rights Legislation
- 2+ years of disability case management in STD, LTD & WSIB
- Strong experience in completing Ergonomic assessments and related recommendations preferred
- Experience completing Physical demands analysis preferred
- Demonstrated ability to process accommodation requests, RTW/GRTW meetings
- Ability to manage multiple cases, prioritize tasks, track leaves, and maintain accurate records.
- Ability to adapt to changing situations and work with individuals with diverse needs.
- Solid expertise in current best practice for abilities management and OHRC accommodation
- Understanding workplace health and safety regulations and best practices.
- Knowledge of labor relations and the ability to work with both employers and unions.
- Certification or ability to become a certified member of the JHSC
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date.
What would give you the edge?
- Extensive experience in abilities management, preferably in a unionized health care environment
- Certified Return to Work Coordinator (CRTWC), or Certified Professional Ergonomist, CDMP an asset
- Good knowledge of the health care system and service delivery models used in the community.
- Ability to speak French or another second language
Salary
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported by work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan.
- Hybrid work environment
Who are we?
We are Ontario Health atHome, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, family physicians, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centered care.
Why join us?
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Ontario Health atHome is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodation for people with disabilities required during the recruitment process is available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
