Reference #:	Health and Disability Officer
Location:	Brantford, ON
Date Posted:	Nov 21, 2024

Job Description

Health and Disability Officer

Grand Erie District School Board represents more than 28,000 students in 58 elementary schools and 14 secondary schools within the City of Brantford and the counties of Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk, as well as students from Six Nations of the Grand River First Nation and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. With a dedicated staff of more than 2,900, Grand Erie is committed to learning, leading and inspiring. The Education Centre is located in Brantford.

We are seeking a dynamic individual to join the Human Resources team as Health and Disability Officer. The position holds responsibility for implementation of the Board’s Health & Disability Management Procedures, which includes absence tracking, initiating follow up to obtain medical documentation, developing return to work plans, and facilitating workplace accommodations. The role also includes responsibility for Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) case management, Long-Term Disability Plans (LTD), and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Responsibilities to include:

Management and oversight of occupational and non-occupational health and disability cases.
Identifying and responding to emergent, confidential, complex, and highly sensitive issues regarding medical absences and ensure appropriate documentation.
Development of return-to-work plans and facilitate workplace accommodations.
Develop and implement pro-active health and wellness processes for positive outcomes.
Provide training, advice, guidance, and assistance to supervisors in the administration of programs to ensure effective and timely return-to-work, attendance support management, and staff productivity.
Ensure accurate and up-to-date employee records are maintained, including information on employee claim appeals and grievances.
Coordinate and administer Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) claims and Long-term Disability (LTD) plans.
Responsible for oversight of the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including vendor relationship management and contract management with EAP service delivery partners.
Develop and analyze key metrics on disability management.
Position will also support the Human Resources administration of the OMERs Pension Plan.
Other duties as assigned by the Manager of Human Resources.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Post-Secondary degree with a minimum of three years relevant experience in an equivalent role; or the equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by the Board
School Board experience an asset
Experience working with a large employer with multiple working conditions and bargaining unit agreements
Extensive knowledge of WSIB Policies and Procedures, Attendance Management, Adjudication Standards, Ontario Health and Safety Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, AODA and any other relevant legislation
Knowledge and interest in current and emerging disability practices and standards
Strong customer service focus with an equally strong work ethic, with an ability to problem solve issues, multi-task, and prioritize
Advanced computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office Suite including experience with Outlook 365, Parklane, Laserfiche, etc.
Excellent reading, writing, and oral skills, to interpret and address complex and sensitive information such as financial information, contracts, etc.
Excellent interpersonal skills with effective communication skills, both orally and in writing with attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment, tact and sensitivity in dealing with internal and external contacts
Demonstrated commitment to working in a diverse school community and/or work environment
Ability to stay calm in busy and stressful situations, effectively addressing challenges while maintaining confidentiality
Ability to work both independently and part of a team

Job Specifications
Hours of Work	7 hours per day/35 hours per week
Rate of Pay	Hiring Range $82,615 - $91,065 Salary Range: $82,615 - $93,883 A competitive benefits plan is available through a provincial benefits trust plan (extended health, dental, life insurance, AD&D). OMERS pension plan. Opportunity for remote/hybrid work model for some positions. Flexible summer schedule.
Effective Date	January 6, 2025, or as soon as can be mutually arranged.
Supervisor Title	Human Resources Manager
Apply to	Applicants may apply by clicking the apply button below by December 4, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.
Is this an existing vacancy?	Yes

All submissions are to include a complete cover letter, resume, qualifications, and the names of three (3) professional references at least one of which must be a current supervisor (one document if submitted electronically). All new employees are required to provide an original Police Record Check (which includes a “vulnerable sector search”) acceptable to the Board prior to the commencement of employment.

Applicants with a disability that requires an accommodation to enable their participation in the interview process should advise the Board when contacted for an interview. Any assessment and selection materials and processes used in the interview process can be made available in an accessible format, upon request in advance.

All submissions are subject to a screening process and some applicants may not be granted an interview.

Grand Erie District School Board recognizes Six Nations of the Grand River and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, as the longstanding peoples of this territory. We honour, recognize, and respect these communities as well as all First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples who reside within Grand Erie District School Board. We are all stewards of these lands and waters where we now gather, learn and play, and commit to working together in the spirit of Reconciliation.