HR Generalist - Toronto, Canada - Ontario Health

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    At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care.

    What Ontario Health offers:

    Achieving your career goals is a priority to us. Benefits of working at Ontario Health may include the following based on employment type:

  • Fully paid medical, dental and vision coverage from your first day
  • Health care spending account
  • Premium defined benefit pension plan
  • 3 personal days and 2 float days annually
  • Individual contributors start at 3 weeks' vacation with 4 weeks at 2 yrs.
  • Career development opportunities
  • A collaborative values-based team culture
  • Wellness programs
  • A hybrid working model
  • Participation in
  • Want to make a difference in your career? Consider this opportunity.

    Reporting to the Director - HR Services and working closely with the HR Business Partnerships Team, the HR Generalist administers, develops, implements and improves new and existing HR processes, including Onboarding, Offboarding, Leaves of Absence, Job Changes, External Secondments, Co-Op Hiring, Student Practicum Placements, Employee Record Retention, Training and Development, etc.

    To promote a positive workplace culture and relationships at Ontario Health, HR Generalists ensure compliance with HR legislation and Ontario Health HR policies, processes and best practices.

    Here is what you will be doing:

    The Human Resources Generalist contributes to the success of the HR Team through the following actions:

  • Implements and administers HR Services and Programs to support employee-life cycle events, including but not limited to Onboarding, Offboarding, Leaves of Absence, Job Changes, Employment Contracts, External Secondments, Co-Op Hiring, Student Practicum Placements, Employee Record Retention, Training and Development, and Leadership Development, etc.
  • Leads development and improvements of various HR programs and services that strengthen Ontario Health's ability to lead
  • Creates best practice standard operating procedures, templates, FAQ, and support resources to better inform and educate team members and people leaders regarding HR Services and Programs
  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams such as End User Computing, Facilities, Payroll, Strategic Sourcing, Internal Audit, Legal and Finance Teams to support the delivery of the full range of human resources-related programs and services
  • Conducts regular audits of HR processes, records, and documentation to identify compliance gaps; report audit findings to HRLT, Internal Audit Team and external auditors
  • Works closely with the HRBPs and Senior Advisor, Labour & Employee Relations in union-related activities such as bargaining, grievance preparation, onboarding requirements (immunization) and reporting (seniority lists, compensation audits etc.)
  • Works with the Workday Support team to configure, test and improve the system based on gaps in business processes and/or opportunities for increased efficiency and alignment with OH policies and practices
  • Creates, tests and maintains Workday resources, job aids and guides
  • Maintains accurate and up-to-date employee records and administers all employment lifecycle changes in Workday
  • Administers Onboarding, Recruitment and Exit Surveys and analyzes feedback to identify trends and opportunities for improvements
  • As the first point of contact for all HR-related inquiries, triages HR-related inquiries referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate teams
  • First-point of contact for new hires, conducts new employee orientations, ensuring a smooth onboarding experience for all new hires
  • Accountable for recruitment-related activities in support of talent attraction efforts
  • Supports people leaders and HR Team in processing transactions such as contract end dates, employees returning from leave, yearly union step progressions, and compensation changes
  • Leads and advises hiring and onboarding of co-op and student hires, as well as the maintenance of partnerships with educational institutions
  • Supports voluntary and involuntary terminations, including offboarding and asset retrieval
  • Assists the Learning and Development Team with logistics and support administration of various workshops and training sessions
  • Anticipates changing circumstances and raises opportunities that may benefit Ontario Health; remains persistently focused on
  • Here is what you will need to be successful:

    Education and Experience

  • Completion of a college diploma or bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration or in a relevant field
  • Minimum of 3 years of related progressive experience in an HR advisory capacity or similar role
  • CHRP, an asset
  • Knowledge and Skills

  • Comprehensive knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of human resources management
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic, changing environment in support of Ontario Health's organizational programs
  • Solid knowledge of employment legislation (e.g. Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, etc.) and OH HR policies, programs, etc., in order to provide advice and support to individuals across Ontario Health
  • Solid knowledge of equity principles applicable to human resources best practices
  • Currency with trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources administration, record-keeping, multitasking and organization skills
  • Strong verbal communication and relationship-building capabilities across all levels of the organization; excellent relationship management skills to deal with a variety of HR processes and issues
  • Ability to exercise discretion, working directly with management and employees to ensure operational HR support services are provided in an effective manner
  • Strong written communication skills to draft responses to information requests and effectively present HR issues
  • Proficiency in the MS Office Suite and Workday
  • Good decision-making and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to anticipate and analyze HR issues, emerging trends, gaps and weaknesses; to exercise judgement in the utilization of HR technology information/solutions
  • Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in representing HR portfolio with all HR clients
  • Ability to establish collaborative relationships with internal and external clients (e.g. universities/colleges related to Co-Op Hiring, Student Practicum Placements) and union representatives, etc.)
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality in all areas of responsibility
  • Employment Type: Full time Fixed Term (18 months)

    Salary Band: 5

    Location: Ontario (currently hybrid; subject to change)

    All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health.

    Internal Application Deadline Date: April 22, 2024

    Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; Black and racialized; members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary; and disabled.

    We encourage applicants with accessibility needs to notify us if they have any accommodation needs in the application and/or interview process.

    Note: As part of the initial recruitment screening process, applicants must confirm that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If applicants are not fully vaccinated, they will be required to identify any accommodation needs pursuant to a protected ground under the Code. Applicants who identify an accommodation need will be required to provide supporting documentation with respect to their need for accommodation when requested by Ontario Health. If no such accommodation is identified, the applicant will not be eligible to proceed through the recruitment process.