Coordinator, Health, Safety & Prevention (Full Time) (Northern Health)

Position Summary

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Work Place Health & Safety department.

The Coordinator-Health, Safety & Prevention (HSP), together with the Workplace Health and Safety team, works to strengthen Northern Health's culture of safety. Under the direction of the Regional Manager-HSP, the incumbent develops Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) program materials, supports implementation of occupational health and safety programs, coordinates program administration, and delivers safety education and training sessions.

Starting salary will be approximately from $52,156 to $65,195 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Prince George has a population of 89,490 (2021) local residents and is a service centre for approximately 320,000. Prince George has all the amenities of a larger city mixed with the charm and friendliness of a smaller town. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Employee referral program
• Comprehensive benefit packages including MSP, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions

Qualfications

• Valid BC driver's license.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Graduation from an Occupational Health and Safety certificate or diploma program from a recognized institution.
• Two (2) years of Occupational Health and Safety experience in the healthcare settings.

Skills And Abilities

• Strong organization and prioritization skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point) and digital communications (e.g.
• Experienced working with computer applications, databases, and report creation.
• Outlook, MS Teams, Skype, Webinar).
• Ability to be a team player and work effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Problem-solving and root cause identification skills.
• Excellent active listening skills.
• Working knowledge of BC Occupational Health and Safety Regulation and the Workers Compensation Act.

Who We Are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.

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