Supervisor, Occupational Health & Safety

at  VHA Home HealthCare

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: “Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.” Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “The freedom and flexibility can’t be beat.” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us “I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.”
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety related filed. (infection prevention and control, occupational health , ergonomics) Joint Health and Safety Committee certification
• Related experience in a community or health care setting with understanding of industry trends.
• Solid knowledge of Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations (specifically Healthcare) and other applicable industry standards.
• Demonstrated experience with WSIB claims management process
• Demonstrated proficiency in communications, public speaking, group facilitation, organization skills and project management capabilities
• Knowledge of MS Office ( Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Workday, Outlook, MS Teams)
• Investigative, analytical and problem -solving skills
• Demonstrated commitment to client and family centered care

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

• Responsible for identifying workplace hazards and trends in an industry and organizational wide basis.
• Oversee effective management of all aspects of WSIB claims, modified duties and return to work programs.
• Lead the Joint Health and Safety committees across organizations.
• Facilitate onboarding, and as-required supervisory training programs for health and safety purposes.
• Liaise with external agencies such as MOL, WSIB, and other safety organizations.
• Provide support, guidance ad supervisory oversight to our WSIB Claims Coordinator, front desk staff and modified workers engaged in corporate support services.