Employee Health & Wellness Consultant

Medavie; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking an Employee Health and Wellness Consultant to administer a disability management program and provide guidance on return-to-work procedures. The ideal candidate will have a background in health sciences, at least 5 years of related experience, and a commitment to confidentiality and collaboration in a dynamic workplace. This role offers a chance to contribute to community well-being in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of directly related work experience.
• CDMP designation or willingness to achieve it is an asset.
• Knowledge of Workers Compensation Insurance and Human Rights.

Responsibilities

• Administer the disability management program.
• Build collaborative relationships with external disability partners.
• Provide coaching and guidance on return-to-work planning.

Skills

Disability case management

Health service delivery

Coaching leadership

Confidentiality and objectivity

Education

Post-secondary education in health sciences

Job description

Position Type:
Permanent

Closing date:
2025-09-24

Overview

Join the Medavie Health NL Team. Medavie Health NL (MHNL) provides emergency medical services and medical communications operations across Newfoundland and Labrador and offers career opportunities for professionals who share a commitment to delivering healthcare to communities throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. MHNL is seeking a professional who strives for a meaningful career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Reporting to the Director, Human Resources Operations, the Employee Health and Wellness Consultant will be responsible for the overall administration of the disability management program while building collaborative working relationships with external disability partners. The role involves providing advice, guidance and consultation, and acting as a resource to leadership and human resources by coaching around working with employees with health issues impacting the workplace, employees returning to work following medical leave, and/or requiring disability accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Administer the disability management program.
• Build collaborative relationships with external disability partners.
• Provide coaching and guidance to leadership and human resources on working with employees with health issues, return-to-work planning, and accommodations.
• Maintain confidentiality and objectivity in handling disability-related information.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Post-secondary education in health sciences (nursing, social work, psychology, or other applicable social sciences).
• Minimum of 5 years of directly related work experience including health service delivery, disability case management, and administrative functions in a multi-unionized environment across provincial jurisdictions.
• CDMP designation or willingness to achieve it (asset).
• Knowledge of provincial Workers Compensation Insurance, duty to accommodate, medical information provision, Human Rights, and privacy protections; commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and objectivity.

Who we are

MHNL is the selected proponent to design, manage and operate a single, integrated road and air ambulance service in Newfoundland and Labrador. We are a NL-based subsidiary of Medavie Health Services (MHS). MHS is a major provider of emergency management services in Canada and a leader in primary health care solutions.

Medavie Blue Cross and MHS are part of Medavie, a national health solutions partner with over 8,200 professionals. We are recognized for culture, diversity and inclusion, and commitment to wellbeing.

What it's like to work with us

We are a people-focused, visionary organization dedicated to fostering well-being and meaningful impact on employees and the communities we serve. We offer opportunities for personal and professional growth, meaningful experiences, and supportive leadership. We strive to provide a pathway to a full and rewarding career.

We welcome diversity

We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and provide accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation aligned with human rights and privacy laws.

We put safety first

Employees are accountable to patients and coworkers, participating in safety initiatives and fostering a culture focused on patient safety and a safe workplace.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you experience technical issues during the application process, please email: [e-mail].