Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Ontario is seeking an Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator. The role involves overseeing workplace safety, managing attendance and disability programs, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. The candidate should have a relevant degree and at least 3 years of experience in a health-related role. A strong understanding of occupational health legislation is essential. This is an on-site position, requiring presence at multiple locations.

Benefits

Staff referral program $1000

Retention Bonus $7500

Extended health benefits

Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, disability management, or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an Occupational Health, Safety & Employee Wellness role.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation including the OHSA and WSIB regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee attendance and disability management programs, ensuring compliance.
• Lead incident investigations and report findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Infection Prevention teams on outbreak management.

Job description

Overview

Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator

Employer: Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare

Posted Date: September 30, 2025

Closing Date: October 30, 2025

Role

The Occupational Health & Safety Coordinator oversees attendance, disability management, and workplace safety programs while ensuring compliance with relevant policies and legislation. This role supports return-to-work processes, leads wellness initiatives, facilitates safety education and incident investigations, and collaborates across departments to maintain a safe, healthy work environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer attendance, disability, and return-to-work programs, ensuring compliance with policies and legislation
• Review and adjudicate short-term disability claims and coordinate communication between HR, Payroll, and management regarding employee absences
• Lead incident investigations, including workplace injuries, refusals, and violence, and report findings to internal and external stakeholders
• Support WSIB-related program implementation and maintain accurate records of injury and recovery outcomes
• Collaborate with Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) teams on outbreak management and provide infection prevention education and resources
• Manage vaccination compliance, communicable disease surveillance, mask fit testing, and post-exposure protocols
• Conduct ergonomic assessments, physical demands evaluations, and hazard analyses to promote workplace safety
• Participate in Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) meetings and assist in implementing safety recommendations
• Support development and delivery of safety training, onboarding education, and wellness initiatives
• Analyze incident and absence trends, generate reports, and liaise with government bodies to ensure compliance with OHSA and other regulations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, disability management, diploma in a safety-related field, or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an Occupational Health, Safety & Employee Wellness role, preferably in a Healthcare Setting
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), WSIB regulations, and Human Rights Legislation
• Certified Disability Management Professional or Certified Return to Work Coordinator (NIDMAR) an asset
• Experience working with disability benefits, WSIB processes, modified work programs, and Early and Safe Return to Work plans
• Absence Management and Joint Health and Safety Committee (JOHSC) Involvement

Additional Perks at MAHC

• Staff referral program $1000 (for each successful permanent part-time and permanent full-time new hire you refer to MAHC)
• Retention Bonus $7500 (permanent full-time/permanent part-time, eligible positions only)
• Extended health benefits (permanent full-time)
• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Additional Information

Location: Multi-Site, on-site at both the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) in Huntsville. This position is not remote and requires regular attendance at our Huntsville and Bracebridge locations. Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Hours of Work: Currently Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per organizational needs.

Recruitment Process

Submit your cover letter and resume together as either a PDF or Word document to this posting by 11:59 pm on the closing date. Please note: Applicants must submit their application through this posting to be considered. Email and paper submissions will not be accepted unless otherwise indicated.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required.

Conditions of Employment for External Hires

• Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department
• Legal entitlement to work in Canada
• Satisfactory Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check

Our organization: MAHC is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous, racialized communities, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals.

Accommodation

Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at the time of scheduling the interview.