HR CONSULTANT HEALTH & REHAB

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 87,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A major city government is seeking a professional to provide proactive disability and occupational health services, aiming to minimize the impact of illness and injury within the workplace. Responsibilities include coordinating health assessments, delivering effective disability management, and ensuring compliance with health policies. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree or diploma and possesses significant experience in occupational health and disability management. This full-time, permanent role is based at City Hall, Toronto, with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a health specialty or equivalent experience.
• Considerable experience in disability management and occupational health theory.
• Experience in interpreting medical information and communicating effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate medical assessments and interpret results for work function.
• Refer to resources for health assessments and support recovery.
• Provide consultation on integrated disability management.

Skills

Disability management knowledge

Occupational health theory

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision-making ability

Education

Post-secondary degree in health specialty

Degree in Nursing (B.Sc.)

Job description

Division & Section: People & Equity, Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness

Work Location: City Hall, 100 Queen St W, Toronto, M5H 2N2

Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent

Salary Range: $87,800.00-$116,745.00, PSG #TM1067, W age grade 6

Ideal Hiring Zone: $97,158.00-$105,340.00

Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Affiliation: Non-Union

Number of Positions Open: 1

Posting Period: 19-Dec-2025 to 19-Jan-2026

Reporting to the Manager of Employee Health & Wellness, this position is responsible for providing proactive disability and occupational health services to the employees of the City of Toronto to minimize the impact of illness and injury for the employee and the workplace.

Major Responsibilities:

• Coordinates medical and functional assessments and interprets the results in order to make appropriate recommendations where an employee's health issues impact work functionli>
• Refers and works closely with internal and external resources to ensure that health assessments, treatment and various programs support maximum functional recovery of ill and injured employees
• Provides consultation and works cooperatively with other People and Equity staff, managers, health care professionals, union representatives and LTD carrier to ensure the delivery of effective integrated disability management
• Displays flexibility to meet the needs of the situation while still following policies, procedures and guidelines Identifies multiple cause and effect relationships in situations involving numerous options, diverse stakeholders, and a large volume of information
• Assists in the development, assessment and makes recommendations regarding compliance with corporate policies and procedures related to Employee Health & Wellness Services and Programs

Key Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a health specialty or equivalent combination of education and experience. A degree in Nursing (B.Sc.) with a specialty designation in Occupational Health Nursing is preferred.
• Considerable experience in and proven knowledge of disability management, occupational health theory and return to work best practices.
• Experience in interpreting medical and functional information and the ability to communicate this information, within policy and legal bounds, to divisions within the organization.
• Experience in delivering health surveillance programs, such as pre-placement assessments, would be an asset.
• Knowledge of pertinent legislation, e.g., Occupational Health and Safety, Human Rights and Health Disciplines Act, with the ability to communicate its significance and relevancy to each situation.
• Ability to exercise good judgement and decision-making in handling complex sensitive situations, using tact and discernment, while upholding confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently, as well as with multi-disciplinary teams. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and union representatives.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.