Occupational Health Nurse - British Columbia, Canada - St. Clement's School

Description

Coordinator, Health and Safety

The Health and Safety Coordinator works closely with and reports to the Associate Director, Capital Planning and Operations and is responsible for providing the district with information and processes to ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC legislation, claims management resolution, and advising on workplace hazards that may affect staff, students, and the public.

Key responsibilities include consultation with school personnel, administrators, consultants and health care professionals regarding incident management, claims management and the implementation of the district Health and Safety Program.

Key Responsibilities
Claims Management

Liaise with staff, administration, and claims consultants to ensure an effective transition back to work following injury
Demonstrate knowledge of claims management processes, and provide guidance to staff regarding the process
Provide accurate and timely data regarding wage loss and employee payments in conjunction with finance and HR staff
Analyze and develop return to work plans based off positional job demands analysis in conjunction with management
Ensure the requirements of Bill 41 duty to cooperate are communicated to employees during the claim's management process
Participate in jobsite visits with occupational therapists/physiotherapists designated through WorkSafeBC
Training and Education
Provides safety focused training required to meet WorkSafeBC legislation requirements, in particular to the facilities department (e.g. Forklift, Lift Truck, AWP)
Develops training components in conjunction with manager to enhance in house learning opportunities and provide a public education focus for staff
Manages training database and provides reminders to staff and supervisors when additional training may be required
Incident Investigation
Oversees incident database to ensure all information is collected and analyzed to meet WorkSafeBC legislation
Provides supervisors with guidance on incident investigation techniques
With support from manager, investigates complex incidents that require immediate action and thorough investigation techniques to ensure reoccurrence of high-risk incidents
Program Development and Implementation
Develops and reviews Safe Operating and Safe Work procedures
Monitors the effectiveness of safety program elements and communicates recommendations to affected parties
Provides supervisors with guidance on the implementation of new program elements, and ensures questions are answered in a timely manner
Organizes and oversees the implementation of district hearing conservation and hazardous waste programs
Health and Safety Engagement
Promotes the Saanich Schools Safety System and Saanich Schools Safety Program at workplace meetings and through communication with staff
Provides engagement ideas to enhance Health and Safety newsletters
Promotes safety initiatives in conjunction with Manager at the District Health and Safety meeting
Develops and distributes health and safety posters, presentations, and other safety promotional information
Administration
Tracks a variety of safety statistics and data through multiple software programs, and creates informational graphs for distribution
Organizes and schedules meetings and prepares agendas
Monitors personal protective equipment and other safety devices inventory
Processes invoices and reimbursements for medical and training expenses
Maintains confidential and legal documents
Qualifications
Post-secondary education in Health and Safety or Trades Certification with experience directly related to the management of health and safety programs
Minimum five (5) years of related and relevant experience developing, implementing, and managing claims and/or managing health and safety programs
Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) / Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) designation preferred
Experience working in a union environment preferably focused on Public Education
Skills and Abilities Specific to this position, the Health and Safety Coordinator must demonstrate a strong capacity in regard to:

Strong working knowledge of WorkSafeBC and other applicable legislation
Extensive understanding of claims management processes and procedures, with a general understanding of the RSCM
Proven ability to make independent and accurate decisions in potential high-risk situations
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills
Strong organizational and communication skills
Team player, with the ability to work with internal and external stakeholders
Experience planning and delivering safety training
The Saanich School District offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Please submit your completed application to Robyn Reid, Director of Human Resources, at . Deadline for applications is Friday May 10 th at 9:00 am (PDT).
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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