Ina Grafton Gage Home
Scarborough, ON M1L0E2, CAN
Description
Employee Engagement Specialist (EES) reports to the Executive Director and has a dotted line to the Health Human Resources Manager. The EES is responsible for the organization’s human resources strategies, including but not limited to: talent acquisition & onboarding, retention, culture & employee engagement, wellness & absenteeism, performance management, WSIB, talent development, and workforce planning. The EES will provide monthly metrics and analyze trends, gaps, and best talent management practices in the Home.
Responsibilities:
* Supports the Health Human Resources Manager and other key stakeholders to explore and implement future enhancements to human resources initiatives and programs.
* Demonstrates attitudes and beliefs consistent with being person-centered.
* Acts as the Home’s internal expert in HRIS to optimize the use and benefits of the software system.
* In partnership with operations, ensures optimal employee utilization during shifts.
* May need to work day/evening/night shifts to fully support employee engagement.
* Supports and implements recruiting processes, tools, resources, and training.
* Coordinates recruiting efforts within the Home by sourcing candidates using traditional posting sites, educational institutions, co-op, student or subsidized programs, local media, social media, and industry specialty sites.
* Supports managers in coaching, mentoring, and developing employees through the talent development and succession planning processes.
* Manages the employee engagement survey process in the Home, assesses trends, gaps, and outcomes, and partners with operations to create an action plan.
* Supports operations in managing the wellness and absenteeism program, addressing concerns with management and employees as necessary, and aligning with the collective agreement in the Home.
* Aligns home priorities with the overall organization’s talent management strategy.
* Any and all other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
* Certification in HR (Minimum of a Degree/Diploma or equivalent in Human Resources, Business, Development).
* CHRP designation (Certified Human Resources Professional) is an asset.
* Minimum of 2 – 3 years of human resources generalist experience.
* Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in Long Term Care and/or in the healthcare industry is an asset.
* Well-developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact efficiently and courteously (with residents, management, employees, volunteers, and external providers).
* Labour relations experience is an asset.
* Strong analytical and organizational skills.
* Ability to have meaningful engagements with others.
* Works well under pressure and in stressful situations.
* Ability to listen and respect others' points of view even if you disagree.
* Ability to work independently and within a team.
* Ability to recognize the skills and abilities of others while working within a team.
* Must have the ability to be flexible to work days, evenings, nights, and weekends to meet with employees as necessary.
* Good understanding of HR platforms, software, and G-Suite/Microsoft Office.
* Clear vulnerable sector screening (within the last 6 months), recent TB test results (within the last 6 months) or Chest X-Ray (within the last 1 year), and two supervisory references required.
What do we offer you?
* Competitive wages.
* Support for personal and professional growth.
We appreciate all applicants' interest; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
We are committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace, and we welcome applications from all persons. Our organization takes the accessibility needs of employees and candidates with disabilities into account during the position summary review process. Employees and candidates are required to notify their Director/Manager/Supervisor or Hiring Manager if they have any accessibility needs, and the organization will work with the employee to address them.
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