Manager (Human Resources) - Permanent Full Time - Toronto, Canada - The Macaulay Child Development Centre

The Macaulay Child Development Centre

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Full time

Description

The Macaulay Child Development Centre is a multi-service, child care and family support agency.

Established in 1932 as a non-profit, charitable organization, Macaulay promotes the optimal development of children in partnership with their family and community.

Macaulay programs share a common commitment to prevention, early intervention and inclusion of children with special needs.

Human Resources Manager

Permanent Full Time
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COMPETITION NUMBER:C/E

HOURS OF WORK:
Full Time (35 hours/week)

START DATE/TERM:
Immediately

REPORTS TO:
Director, Human Resources

***: The Manager, Human Resources provides leadership, expert knowledge and support to the Human Resource department and Management team with respect to all human resource functions including, but not limited to: recruitment, hiring, training and development, retention and recognition, occupational health and safety, disability management, accommodation, performance management, labour relations, and policy development. The Manager, Human Resources works closely with the Director, Human Resources to promote effective working relationship with the Agency's unions and plays a lead role in implementing the provisions of the Collective Agreements.

The Manager, Human Resources leads and supervisors a team of Human Resources staff.

This position is responsible for ensuring Human Resources policies and practices are compliant with all relevant legislations and reflect employer best practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recruitment, Selection, Hiring, and Orientation

Provide leadership and direction for recruitment, selection, hiring, and orientation strategies and programs.
Monitor and evaluate program efficacy and Agency needs, and oversee adjustments accordingly.
Oversee use of Applicant Tracking and Human Resources Information systems, support implementation of system changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Ensure compliance with the Collective Agreement, relevant legislations and reflect employer best practices.

Policy Development and Consultation

Update and/or develop policies to ensure compliance with workplace legislations (e.g. _Employment Standards Act_, _Occupational Health and Safety Act_, etc.), and to ensure employment best practice and industry standards.
Disseminate policies to staff, providing instruction, interpretation and advice to staff as necessary

Labour Relations and Performance Management

Lead proactive steps, based on best practice, to enhance employeeemployer relations and employee engagement.
Liaise with Unions and participate in labour management processes including labour management committees, grievances, and negotiations in conjunction with the Director, Human Resources.
Ensure performance management practices are in place and implemented across the agency, based on agency strategic priorities and best practices.
Mentor management team on effective performance management strategies, ongoing supervision, development of staff performance, and use of Performance Improvement Plans.
Provide advice to management on investigation process, disciplinary processes, and accommodations.
Conducts and manages workplace investigations as required with a systemic equitable approach to address root causes.
Prepare investigation reports as required and make recommendations consistent with Agency practice regarding performance management and progressive discipline.
Participate in discipline meetings as needed, including, but not limited to, supporting the preparation of investigation findings and discipline letters.
Act as counsel and reviewer for staff leave of absences, performance improvement plans, terminations, layoffs, etc.
Analyse employee relations trends and partner with internal stakeholders to improve Agency processes and develop proactive strategies, programs, and policies.

Training and Development, Retention and Recognition

Coordinate inhouse training upon request or in response to training needs assessment(s).
Upon request, source providers/options for training needs.
Collaborates with senior staff in any organizational change, staff deployment, talent management and succession planning endeavors.
Implement a range of strategies and programs to promote employee engagement and retention, evaluate strategies and programs and adjust as required.

Occupational Health and Safety, Disability Management, Accommodation, and Accessibility

Provide leadership, guidance and promote awareness in occupational health and safety.
Cochair Joint Health and Safety Committee and ensure proper record keeping and legislative compliance.
Ensure timely reporting of any workplace illness or injury to WSIB and act as liaison as needed.
Provide advice to management on accommodations, write letters to gather medical restrictions, and facilitate return to work process.
Liaison with external LTD provider as needed and provide information to