Human Resources Business Partner

Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, the HR Business Partner (HRBP) works closely with leaders of a client group to build capabilities, plan and manage talent, and develop approaches that achieve shared organizational objectives. The HRBP is a hands-on role that provides full-spectrum Human Resource support including labour relations consulting and advice, health, and safety, employee wellness, benefits administration, talent planning, development and management. The HR Business Partner will act as a lead providing subject matter expertise for specific Human Resources functions including Labour Relations and Diversity and Equity. The role is critical in executing our people strategy initiatives, providing outstanding internal customer support, and driving HR functional excellence and process improvement.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provide labour relations support, including grievance and arbitration preparation and research regarding human resources and labour relations issues and trends.
• Participate with leaders as necessary in the resolution of employee and labour relations issues. Act as an investigator in the complaint management process, including performing routine workplace investigations and making recommendations for resolution.
• Provide guidance, coaching and resources to leaders related to performance and attendance management processes, including situations requiring discipline or discharge.
• Incorporate organizational development and change management principles in communications with leaders and staff.
• Researches, develops and maintains job descriptions and competency models to ensure roles and responsibilities are clearly defined. Supports job evaluation, and manages the documentation integrity of job descriptions.
• Support the maintenance of HR policies and procedures incorporating ever evolving best practices.
• Develop, recommend and implement innovative quality human resources strategies/programs to support the recruitment and retention of top talent. Participate in full cycle requirement as required.
• Support routine and ad hoc data collection and reporting to be used in strategic planning and for other organizational/provincial initiatives.
• Working closely with the JHSC, recommends evidence based strategies and programs that support the ongoing evolution of a healthy workplace; monitors progress and outcomes of health and wellness initiatives and the impact that they have on key organizational.
• Provide employee and labour relations guidance to leaders and staff on interpretation and application of policies and procedures, the collective agreement and employment related legislation.
• Support the Disability Management Specialist in the administration of Disability Management Programs, WSIB claims, accommodation and return to work planning as required and appropriate.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent listening and reading comprehension skills in order to interpret, assess the significance of, and retain information communicated verbally and in writing.
• Exceptional relationship building and facilitation skills required to successfully motivate, coach, educate and negotiate with a demonstrated ability to influence positive change.
• Strong planning/organizational skills with the ability to be highly flexible and adaptable in order to manage multiple complex issues and competing priorities simultaneously
• Highly self-directed with strong collaboration and conflict resolutions skills.
• University Degree in Business Administration, Human Resource management, Industrial or Labour Relations or related discipline.
• Sound knowledge of human resource practices, theories, trends and employment legislation in order to provide professional guidance and direction.
• CHRP or CHRL designation preferred.
• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of progressive Human Resources experience in a formal advisory or partnership role with proven success as a Human Resources Generalist.
• Demonstrated proficiency with modern office technologies including database software, reporting programs and workforce data management.
• Experience in a unionized environment, preferably in Healthcare or the Public Sector.
• Discretion, judgement and ability to deal with highly confidential information, sensitive issues and emotional situations is a must.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of labour relations and contract administration
• Critical thinking and information seeking skills that contribute to effective workplace investigations.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Home and Community Care Support Services Central is committed to providing support to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Candidates requiring accommodation should advise Human Resources. Support will be provided in accordance with the applicant's needs and in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibilities for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.