Human Resources Generalist

DIRECT ACTION IN SUPPORT OF COMMUNITY HOMES INCORPORATED; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

Dental care

Vision care

Maternity and parental leave top-ups

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

DASCH is a Winnipeg-based nonprofit organization supporting people with intellectual disabilities. The Human Resources Generalist provides hands‑on support across the employee lifecycle for office and field teams, handling recruitment, performance management, leaves, WCB claims, and employee relations. Payroll and benefits are outside scope.

This on‑site role requires strong policy knowledge, confidentiality, and the ability to manage competing priorities while fostering an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related field; a CPHR designation or progress toward it is an asset.
• Three+ years of progressive HR experience including recruitment, performance management, leaves, WCB, and employee relations.
• Working knowledge of employment legislation, HR best practices, and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate full-cycle recruitment activities including postings, screening, interviews, references, offers, and onboarding support.
• Guide leaders through performance planning, coaching, documentation, and performance improvement processes.
• Coordinate employee leaves and administer WCB claims; support accommodation and safe return‑to‑work planning.
• Respond to workplace concerns, assist with investigations, and escalate complex matters to HR Manager as needed.
• Interpret and apply HR policies and employment legislation consistently.
• Maintain accurate confidential employee records and support HR reporting and audits.
• Contribute to HR initiatives, training, and process improvements.

Skills

Recruitment

Performance management

Leave administration

WCB claims

Employee relations

Policy guidance

HR administration

Education

Post-secondary HR education

CPHR designation (asset)

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

SharePoint (asset)

Job description

Make a move to a career that cares. Join one of the most innovative organizations in the disability services sector where you can bring joy, independence, and possibility into someone’s life—every single day.

Who we are (more than just a workplace): DASCH helps people with intellectual disabilities in Winnipeg to reach their full potential. We collaborate with families and allied professionals to support youth and adults so they can live, work, play and thrive in an inclusive, accessible, and responsive environment.

What you should know about us:

We aim to build an inclusive community that values people with intellectual disabilities. We support people living in more than 50 homes throughout Winnipeg. People at DASCH have access to recreational and life skills development. Our DASCHWorks program provides support and opportunities for employment, financial stability, and independence. Specialized professionals offer support in areas such as life skills, behaviour management, nutrition, and mental health. We are known for exceptional service.

Part of that comes from providing our team members with the comprehensive training, support, and recognition they deserve to succeed. This is a place where people can flourish and grow their careers.

Human Resources Generalist reports to: Human Resources Manager

About Us

DASCH is a Winnipeg-based non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities and fostering inclusive communities. Through community living, day programs, employment training, recreation, and specialized supports, DASCH creates opportunities for people to build connections, develop independence, and live meaningful lives.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist provides hands‑on support across key areas of the employee lifecycle for office‑based and field teams. Serving as a responsive resource to employees and leaders, the Generalist is responsible for recruitment, performance management, employee leaves, Workers Compensation Board (WCB) claims, employee relations, policy guidance, workplace investigations, and related HR administration. Payroll and employee benefits administration are outside the scope of this role.

Role & Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Onboarding: Coordinate full‑cycle recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, reference checks, offers, and onboarding support.
• Performance Management: Guide leaders through performance planning, coaching, documentation, progressive counselling, and performance improvement processes.
• Leaves, Accommodations, and WCB: Coordinate employee leaves of all types and administer WCB claims, including reporting, documentation, communication, accommodation support, and safe return‑to‑work planning in collaboration with employees, leaders, and external partners.
• Employee Relations and Investigations: Respond to workplace concerns, provide practical guidance, support timely issue resolution, assist with fair and thorough workplace investigations, and upscale complex matters to the Human Resources Manager as appropriate.
• Policy and Compliance: Interpret and consistently apply HR policies, procedures, collective agreements or organizational practices where applicable, and relevant employment legislation.
• HR Administration: Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, prepare correspondence and documentation, and support required HR tracking, reporting, and audits.
• Projects and Continuous Improvement: Contribute to HR initiatives, training, process improvements, and other assigned projects.

Skills & Qualifications

• Education and Designation: Post‑secondary education in Human Resources or a related field. A CPHR designation, or progress toward obtaining it, is an asset.
• HR Experience: Three or more years of progressive human resources experience, including recruitment, performance management, leave administration, WCB claims, and employee relations.
• Employment Practices: Working knowledge of applicable employment legislation, human rights obligations, workplace safety requirements, progressive counselling, workplace investigations, and HR best practices.
• HR Systems and Technology: Experience using a Human Resources Information System or Human Resources Management System, along with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. SharePoint experience is an asset.
• Communication and Service: Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgement, and a responsive, employee‑focused approach.
• Confidentiality and Integrity: Ability to handle sensitive employee information with a high degree of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Organization and Problem‑Solving: Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, follow through on detailed and time‑sensitive matters, and develop practical solutions.

Travel

Ability to travel between DASCH office and field locations as operationally required. A valid driver’s licence and access to reliable transportation are required.

Work Hours

Full‑time position with regular Monday‑to‑Friday hours. Occasional evening and weekend availability is required based on operational needs. This is an on‑site role that supports employees and leaders across office and field locations.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $51,499 to $68,851. DASCH also offers a competitive benefits package.

Employer‑Paid Benefits

• Extended health care
• Dental care
• Vision care
• Maternity and parental leave top‑ups
• Employee and Family Assistance Program

Additional Benefits

• Three weeks of vacation after the first year of service, available for use as accrued
• Wellness days
• Optional RRSP and TFSA plans

Employment with DASCH is conditional upon satisfactory background and employment reference checks. Required background checks include a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search (CRC), Adult Abuse Registry Check (AARC), and Child Abuse Registry Check (CARC). DASCH will accept existing CRC, AARC, and CARC documents dated within three months of the application date. You may apply for a CRC online at https://www.winnipeg.ca/police/services/online-record-checks. Obtaining these documents does not guarantee employment.

At DASCH we promote an inclusive, and diverse workplace. We would like to provide you with the ongoing opportunity to disclose if you have a disability, whether permanent, temporary, visible or invisible, that would require a need for assistance during the recruitment and onboarding process. We will then work with you to develop individualized accommodation that will meet your needs. Should you require an Accessibility Accommodation, please email [e-mail] for best support.

At DASCH we promote an inclusive, and diverse workplace. We would like to provide you with the ongoing opportunity to disclose if you have a disability, whether permanent, temporary, visible or invisible, that would require a need for assistance during the recruitment and onboarding process. We will then work with you to develop individualized accommodation that will meet your needs. Should you require an Accessibility Accommodation, please email [e-mail] for best support.