Title: Occupational Health & Safety Coordinator
Posting Number: 26-398
Status: Temporary Full-Time
Expected Duration: 12 months
Salary Range: $82,105.00 - $112,446.00
Hours of Work: Regular hours of work are Monday - Friday between 8 am - 4 pm. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements.
Location: Multi-Site, working on site at both the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville. 

 
OVERVIEW
 Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site, and together we provide outstanding, integrated care to support people in living their healthiest lives.

The Occupational Health & Safety Coordinator oversees attendance, disability management, and workplace safety programs while ensuring compliance with relevant policies and legislation. This role supports return-to-work processes, leads wellness initiatives, facilitates safety education and incident investigations, and collaborates across departments to maintain a safe, healthy work environment.

ROLE 

  • Administer attendance, disability, and return-to-work programs, ensuring compliance with policies and legislation
  • Analyze incident and absence trends, generate reports, and liaise with government bodies to ensure compliance with OHSA and other regulations
  • Collaborate with Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) teams on outbreak management and provide infection prevention education and resources
  • Conduct ergonomic assessments, physical demands evaluations, and hazard analyses to promote workplace safety
  • Lead incident investigations, including workplace injuries, refusals, and violence, and report findings to internal and external stakeholders
  • Manage vaccination compliance, communicable disease surveillance, mask fit testing, and post-exposure protocols
  • Participate in Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) meetings and assist in implementing safety recommendations
  • Review and adjudicate short-term disability claims and coordinate communication between HR, Payroll, and management regarding employee absences
  • Support development and delivery of safety training, onboarding education, and wellness initiatives
  • Support WSIB-related program implementation and maintain accurate records of injury and recovery outcomes


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Absence Management and Joint Health and Safety Committee (JOHSC) Involvement
  • Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams)
  • Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, disability management, diploma in a safety-related field, or equivalent
  • Certified Disability Management Professional or Certified Return to Work Coordinator (NIDMAR) an asset
  • Experience working with disability benefits, WSIB processes, modified work programs, and Early and Safe Return to Work plans
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in an Occupational Health, Safety & Employee Wellness role, preferably in a Healthcare Setting
  • Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), WSIB regulations, and Human Rights Legislation



ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT INCLUDE

  • Legal entitlement to work in Canada
  • Proof of immunization and vaccination records in accordance with MAHC policy
  • Satisfactory police check and background check in accordance with MAHC policies


ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC

  • Access to wellness education and mental health resources through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
  • Competitive benefit programs which include a Health Spending Account, based on eligibility
  • Employer-sponsored group benefits, based on eligibility
  • Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
  • Hybrid work environment for eligible positions
  • Monetary staff referral program 
  • Opportunities to contribute to patient-centred care in your community
  • Professional development, continuing education, and career advancement opportunities

 
RECRUITMENT PROCESS

  • Submit your cover letter and resume together as either a PDF or Word document(s) to this posting by 11:59 pm on the closing date. Please Note: Applicants must submit their application through this posting listed to be considered. Email and paper submissions will not be accepted unless otherwise indicated.
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  • We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. As much as we would like to reach out to every applicant, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required.
  • Please note, AI (Artificial Intelligence) is not being used to screen, assess, or select applicants in our recruitment process.
  • Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) values inclusivity, diversity, and equity in the workplace and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. MAHC is committed to providing accessible employment practices in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available at any stage of the recruitment and selection process to ensure full and equal access for all applicants. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 705-645-4404.

   
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