Other Opportunities: Human Resources Advisor

VALUES AND COMMITMENT

At Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH), our shared purpose is People First, and our core values of Integrity, Quality, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork are at the centre of who we are and what we do. We remain committed to sustaining an experienced workforce that reflects Northumberland Hills Hospital’s dedication to recognising everyone’s contributions and respecting everyone’s dignity, unique experience, and potential.

EQUITY AND ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Northumberland Hills Hospital remains respectful of all protected rights, in line with the grounds laid out by the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we welcome applications from all qualified applicants and interests from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

We strive to make our entire hiring process as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants if needed. For any hiring related accommodation needs and/or requests please email us via careers@nhh.ca

LOCATION

Located approximately 100 kilometres east of Toronto, NHH is a vibrant community hospital delivering a broad range of acute, post-acute, outpatient and diagnostic services. Directly serving a growing population of more than 60,000 residents spread across a mix of urban and rural settings, NHH directly employs approximately 750 people and relies on the additional support provided by a highly engaged and supportive network of physicians, midwives and volunteers.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Reporting to Manager, Human Resources, the Human Resources Advisor will support both the management and Human Resources team.  This dynamic individual will be responsible for providing day-to-day activities primarily for the Human Resources Department with a primary focus on Recruitment and Labour Relations. As part of an integral member of the team they will provide expert level advice to employees and managers.  Responsibilities will include providing human resources services including providing consultation/advice to assigned departments on a variety of HR matters including employee/labour relations, collective agreement interpretation, discipline and conflict resolution, performance management, HR policies, practices and legislation, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• A degree/diploma in Business Administration with a specialization in Human Resources  Management
• CHRP or CHRL designation required
• Minimum 5 years of progressive labour relations experience, working in a unionized   environment
• Experience in the health care sector preferred
• Knowledge of HRIS, payroll and scheduling systems
• Demonstrated judgment, decision making and problem solving
• Results focused/self-starter – driven to achieve
• Demonstrated tact and sound professional judgment when dealing with sensitive and      confidential matters.
• Professional integrity and commitment to NHH Values and share purpose of People First
• Independent and innovative self-starter - must be able to function autonomously, manage competing priorities and work effectively despite interruptions and concurrent tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Successful applicants are required provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal reference check, that was complete less than one year from the date of hire. This requirement must be met within the first sixty (60) days of employment.

Additionally, to the above, successful applicants are also required to complete the Health Care Worker Health review process which includes providing an up-to-date immunization record to ensure compliance with the Ontario Hospital Association Communicable Diseases Surveillance Protocols within the first thirty (30) days of employment. Northumberland Hills Hospital operates a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all staff.

Due to the ongoing pandemic, Northumberland Hills Hospital may choose to conduct parts/all the hiring process virtually. Furthermore, we are a scent-free environment.  When attending the hospital kindly refrain from wearing strongly scented fragrances.

While we thank all those that express interest in this exciting position; kindly note that due to high volumes of interests, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.