Occupational Health & Safety Assistant, Temporary Full-time, Stratford

POSTING DATE: April 9, 2024                                                                                                                       POSTING #163-24 (Non-Union)

EXPIRY DATE:     April 16, 2024

HURON PERTH HEALTHCARE ALLIANCE

NOTICE OF VACANCY

POSITION:OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY ASSISTANT

Temporary Full-time

POSITION SUMMARY:             

Under the direction of the Director, Human Resources, the Occupational Health Assistant is responsible for providing efficient administrative support for the Occupational Health and Safety Department, and Infection Control Department. In this role, the incumbent will be responsible for the day-to-day activities, assisting new employees through the onboarding process, processing correspondence, data entry, file maintenance, reception duties, N95 mask fitting, and special projects within the Human Resources Department. 

REPORTS TO: Director, Human Resources and Environmental Services

DATE REQUIRED: As soon as possible

SALARY: $30.98 to $34.42 per hour

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

- College diploma or University degree from a Human Resources program or Occupational Health and Safety program (completion or in-progress)

Experience:

- A minimum of 1 year recent, related and progressive experience in a demanding, highly computerized, office environment

- Exposure to and understanding of Occupational Health and Safety and/or Infection Control preferred

Abilities:

- Highly developed level of maturity as demonstrated by sound decision-making skills, excellent judgement and assessment skills

-Strong command of the English language – both written and verbal

- Excellent keyboarding and computer skills:  proficient in Word-processing, Spreadsheet and Graphics software packages

- Highly developed ability to organize and prioritize within a fast paced environment

- Excellent interpersonal skills

- Ability to commit to a highly confidential environment

- Ability to work independently with highly developed problem solving skills

- Ability to understand and collaborate with a broad range of disciplines 

- Proven ability to build positive and productive relationships at all levels of the organization

- Valid Ontario Driver’s License with access to own vehicle

Please be advised that we are no longer accepting emailed or paper-based resumes. Please submit a complete resume by visiting our job opportunities page on our website:

As a part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance requires that all staff have received the required doses of COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada. 

The Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance (HPHA) is an equal opportunity employer that strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive workplace. HPHA is committed to creating an environment where all staff, physicians, volunteers and patients see themselves reflected in the workforce, physical surroundings and the broader community, and where everyone feels safe, valued and free to be who they are while receiving fair and equitable supports and opportunities. Upon individual requests, attempts will be made to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection process, please contact Human Resources for assistance.