School District 69 (Qualicum) is centrally situated on east Vancouver Island and covers the area of Nanoose Bay to Bowser and spans from Errington across the Strait of Georgia to Lasqueti Island. We serve a student population of approximately 4000 students. School District 69 (Qualicum) consists of eight elementary schools (Grades K-7), two secondary schools (Grade 8-12), an alternate school (PASS/Woodwinds) and a Distributed Learning program to support home-learning families called the Collaborative Education Alternative Program (CEAP). False Bay School on Lasqueti Island is entirely off-grid with an immense solar project recently completed. School District 69 (Qualicum) also embraces many community organizations and members in our schools through various programs. The area’s natural beauty, never-ending beaches, impeccable climate and small-town charm make it a popular tourist destination and a great opportunity to have a career in paradise.
ASSIGNMENT
This is a six month full time position commencing as soon as possible. Remuneration will depend on qualifications and experience.
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Director of Human Resources
CORE FUNCTION
Under the direction of the Director of Human Resources, and working collaboratively with employees, management, unions, health care professionals, and others, the Health & Wellness Coordinator performs a variety of tasks to support the recovery and wellbeing of employees returning to work or remaining at work.
The Health & Wellness Coordinator develops and implements return to work plans and wellness programs across the District; determines appropriate accommodations; actively participates in disability management and workers’ compensation case management; assists employees and their supervisors with attendance support programs; manages confidential employee information; and ensures that the District meets its legal obligations in these areas.
DETAILS OF FUNCTION
Advise and assist senior management and other persons involved in planning, controlling and maintaining a healthy work environment in the areas of: employee wellness, disability management, accommodation, workers’ compensation, return to work, and attendance support ensuring that the District acts in accordance with applicable legislation.
Develop, implement, and promote comprehensive health and wellness programs across the District and create awareness through for example email, newsletters, lunch and learns, brochures/posters or promotional events.
Responsible for disability, return to work, accommodation, and workers’ compensation processes/meetings for the District.
Ensure orientation/training is provided to employees on health and safety procedures and policies.
Review and update related policies/procedures in the District, as required.
Attend/consult with the District’s Joint Health & Safety Committee and other related committees to collect and aggregate data/information in order to identify health and safety trends or issues in the workplace and take steps to remedy any risks.
Develop and deliver educational workshops and seminars related to health and wellness to a variety of District staff.
Effectively support employee attendance across the District.
Facilitate formal attendance support meetings and develop attendance action plans with employees and their supervisor(s). Participate in attendance meetings, as required.
Effectively manage sensitive personal medical information to ensure confidentiality, including ensuring appropriate policies/procedures are in place and kept up-to-date for the handling of this information, and staff and others with access to this information is properly trained.
Liaise with a variety of District staff, health providers and other outside resources/agencies as required.
Act as resource for Principals, Vice-Principals and Supervisors who need additional support.
Provide information to staff and ensure information on the District’s Portal is maintained.
Conduct ergonomic assessments within the District, as required.
Organize and oversee health clinics, such as influenza immunizations for staff.
Review and prepare statistical and other reports for appropriate action as required.
Perform other job related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Degree or diploma in Disability Management, Health Care or related discipline; supplemented by a minimum of three years of related experience in a unionized environment, preferably in a public sector environment and/or equivalent combination of education, training and experience;
Considerable knowledge of related legislation and regulations in the workplace;
Professional designation in disability management is an asset;
Certification as a Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist is an asset;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Exceptional interpersonal skills;
Strong organizational skills;
Excellent decision making and problem solving skills;
Proficient in Microsoft suite applications and general aptitude with business software and information systems;
Ability to mediate, negotiate and resolve conflict;
Ability to multi-task;
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
For further information please contact or submit a complete application package no later than 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday December 13, 2017 to www.makeafuture.ca/qualicum
School District 69 (Qualicum)
Director of Human Resources – School District 69 (Qualicum)
100 Jensen Ave. East, Box 430, Parksville, BC V9P 2G5
Fax: (250) 954-1259 Email: jobpostings@sd69.bc.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
The Greater Victoria School District provides public educational services to over 20,000 students in the Greater Victoria Area, encompassing six municipalities. To provide this service, the District has a current operating budget of $184 million and employs approximately 3,000 staff; which includes, teachers, principals and vice-principals, support staff, psychologists, speech and language pathologists and exempt managerial staff.
Under the direction of the Manager of Occupational Health and Safety, the Human Resources Advisor will assist with the implementation and on-going administration of the District’s occupational health and safety program, promote health and safety awareness among all employees with a focus on injury prevention, workstation assessments, interpret the Workers’ Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Regulation and make recommendations to achieve and maintain compliance, WorkSafeBC claims management and GRTW planning.
This exempt position offers
Starting salary of $60,818 per year with an extensive benefits package
Six weeks’ vacation
Municipal pension plan
Mostly local travel with the occasional overnight stay.
The ideal candidate will have:
High school graduation or equivalent
Successful completion of anyone of the following, from an accredited institute; Occupational Health and Safety Certificate, Functional Capacity Evaluation training, Disability Management Certificate or equivalent
Extensive knowledge of the Workers’ Compensation Act, Occupational Health and Safety Regulation and any other applicable legislation
A minimum of five years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience managing WorkSafeBC claims, creating and implementing return to work plans
Experience in performing workstation assessments
Knowledge of office procedures and composing business correspondence at a publishing level
To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, proof of qualifications and references to:
Human Resource Services
Greater Victoria School District No. 61
556 Boleskine Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 1E8
or by fax: 250-475-4113 or email: hrs@sd61.bc.ca
Deadline for submission: 4:00 PM, Thursday December 7, 2017.
School District 61 thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
HealthLink BC’s (HLBC) telehealth platform delivers high quality telehealth services across the continuum of care to health care providers and the public that positively impact the health care experience, health outcomes and the availability and use of health human resources in a way that will improve the affordability and sustainability of health care in British Columbia. HLBC’s comprehensive self-care and health system navigation services focus on quality client services to consumers and health care professionals. Core services include Navigation Services, Nursing Services, Dietitian & Physical Activity Services, www.HealthLinkBC.ca, HealthLinkBC Files, Directory Services, and the BC HealthGuide Handbook.
HealthLink BC is a transforming organization that will realize technological innovation and enhancement of current core services and an expansion and integration into other health-related initiatives that will promote improved wellness and health for the residents of British Columbia and other jurisdictions. HealthLink BC plays an integral role in health system redesign and Ministry of Health initiatives now and into the future.
The Tele-Dietitian delivers telehealth nutrition services to the public, health professionals and the media in British Columbia. The service provides medical nutrition education and counselling and preventative health nutrition information through a variety of channels including telephone, public and professional print resources, web, email and approved social media channels. The position reports to the Operation Manager, Dietitian & Physical Activity Services.
Qualifications for this role include:
Registered Dietitian, registered in good standing with the College of Dietitians of British Columbia.
Minimum of two (2) years recent relevant experience as a registered dietitian in acute care, community health, public health or continuing care.
Work experience demonstrating strong clinical and nutrition education and counselling skills acquired in hospital, community, long-term care and or private practice settings.
Experience in media interviews and public speaking an asset.
Computer experience with relevant software. i.e. electronic health records, MS Office, etc.
For more information on this career opportunity including how to apply online by November 29, 2017, please visit:
On Thursday November 16th 2017 we will be holding our annual general meeting. Please see below for the agenda to be discussed along with the annual reports from all our committees and this year’s award recipients.
It has been an insanely busy few weeks for us here at the Public Health Association of BC, but we are excited to announce the release of our conference program at a glance! This year’s conference, “Facing a Changing World: Transformative Leadership and Practice,” will give delegates the opportunity to attend plenary sessions, oral presentations, poster presentations and workshops where they will learn about transformative leadership and practice through a variety of subtopics (including Child & Youth Health, Immigrant & Refugee Health, Indigenous Health, and Healthy Built Environment-Planetary Health).
Other presentations, including a plenary session with MHO’s from around the province, will focus on the current public health emergency in BC including what is needed to address the opioid overdose crisis and how we can use transformative leadership and practice to create innovative solutions.
Check out the schedule of events below or go to our events page for the most up to date conference information. Be sure to register soon to secure your spot at BC’s premier public health event of the season!
Applications are invited from qualified individuals for the following position in School District 8 (Kootenay Lake). Application packages must contain a current resume with 3 current professional references. The awarded applicant must have a criminal reference check performed through the School District.
This position is an integral part of a progressive and multidisciplinary team approach and works out of the Nelson School Board Office. The position serves schools in the communities of Nelson, Kaslo, Salmo and Slocan Valley.
The awarded applicant will provide direct and consultative school-aged service, as well as preventative and educational programs.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science or higher in physical therapy or equivalent.
Preference will be given to those with previous pediatric experience
Registration (or eligibility for registration) with the College of Physical Therapists of British Columbia
Strong interpersonal skills
The ability to communicate effectively with students, teachers, educational assistants, principals, and parents is essential to the success of this position
Valid B.C. Driver’s License and vehicle as travel throughout the school district is required.
THE AWARDED APPLICANT MUST BECOME A MEMBER OF THE KOOTENAY LAKE TEACHERS’ FEDERATION
For further information regarding this position, please contact Ben Eaton, Director of Independent Learning Services at 250-505-7053 or beaton@sd8.bc.ca.
Check out what our District and Surrounding Area has to offer:
The Opportunity
Nelson is a vibrant community of approximately 10,000 people that serves as the cultural, educational, economic, government and health care hub for approximately 25,000 people. Some residents chose to live in a lovely Heritage home within blocks of lively Baker Street. Others choose the expansive lake and mountain views from the top of the city. Some prefer to live along the lake or in rural acreages with creeks and room for hobby farms.
Whitewater Ski Resort is consistently lauded by Powder Magazine, Skiing and the New York Times as having some of the lightest, deepest powder on the planet.
Set along the shores and on the mountains overlooking Kootenay Lake, our mountain bike trails are literally world-famous.
We are situated in the midst of multiple golf courses with stunning lake and mountain vistas. We have a beautifully restored performing arts theatre, many live music venues, children’s theatre productions and opportunities for post-secondary education at Kootenay School of the Arts, Selkirk College Music Programme and Selkirk’s trades programs. Our numerous restaurants, coffee shops, artisan bakeries, and breweries are run by superb chefs, roasters, bakers, and brew meisters. Nelson is a hub for numerous budding and established technology companies. In short, we live here because we love this place and the people who have chosen Nelson to be their home.
This posting is ongoing until filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
