HR Health and Wellness Manager - Duncan, Canada - School District #79 (Cowichan Valley)

School District #79 (Cowichan Valley)
School District #79 (Cowichan Valley)
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Duncan, Canada

4 weeks ago

Sophia Lee

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The Region:


Background:


Reporting to the Associate Superintendent, the HR Health and Wellness Manager works collaboratively with employees, the management team, principals, unions, health care professionals, insurance providers and others to assess required medical documentation and implement recovery and return-to-work.


Purpose of Position:


The key incumbent obtains and manages confidential employee information; develops and implements return-to work plans; coordinates appropriate medical and disability accommodations; liaises with health care providers and stakeholders as required and assists employees and their supervisors with attendance management.


Specific Accountabilities / Deliverables:


  • Implement an attendance management program and effectively support employee attendance across the District, including active case management, return to work/medical accommodation coordination; coordination of services to facilitate recovery and monitoring of program data.
  • Foster positive relationships and communicate clearly with various parties, even in situations with adversity.
  • Manage LTD programs and liaise with third party insurers for all employee groups.
  • Liaise with employee groups to determine wellness needs and present findings to senior management.
  • Collate and report individual attendance data and develop attendance action plans with employees and their supervisor(s). Perform wellness checks and participate in attendance meetings as requested. Effectively manage sensitive personal information to ensure confidentiality, including ensuring appropriate policies/procedures are in place and kept up to date for the handling of this information.
  • Act as a resource for Senior Management, Principals, Vice-Principals, Supervisors, and other District staff on matters of health, wellness and attendance management.
  • Attend/consult with the Employee Family Assistance Program Committee to review usage trends.
  • Participate as a member of the CUPE Pro-D Committee in the organization of biyearly sessions.
  • Leads the organization of District Retirement, Employee Recognition Program and Long Service Award events.
  • Perform other jobrelated duties as required.

Education/Experience:


  • Diploma in Disability Management, Health Care, or a related discipline. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
  • Strong knowledge of best practices and applicable legislation in the areas of disability management, accommodation, undue hardship, attendance management, workers' compensation, and wellness.
  • Proven ability to make independent and sound decisions by assessing medical and supporting information that supports employee's health and wellness.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and effective relationship building skills; team player, proven ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong organization and prioritization skills coupled with excellent business, technical and writing abilities.
  • Proficient in office procedures, business writing and computer software (Microsoft Office 365).

How to apply:

***Applications should include a cover letter, a detailed personal résumé with three supervisory references, transcripts, a brief statement of philosophy and any other relevant supporting documentation. Please submit all documents in one PDF file.
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