Occupational Health & Safety Coordinator - Temporary Full-Time

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare; Bracebridge; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff referral program $1000

Extended health benefits

HOOPP enrollment

Job summary

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare is seeking an Occupational Health & Safety Coordinator to oversee attendance, disability management, and workplace safety programs. The role supports return-to-work processes, wellness initiatives, and safety education across MAHC sites in Bracebridge and Huntsville.

The candidate will lead incident investigations, ensure OHSA compliance, manage WSIB-related programs, and collaborate with IPAC, JOHSC, and HR teams. 12-month contract, on-site in multi-site facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in a safety-related field or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years in an Occupational Health, Safety & Employee Wellness role, preferably in healthcare.
• Strong knowledge of OHSA, WSIB regulations, and human rights legislation.
• Certified Disability Management Professional or Certified Return to Work Coordinator (NIDMAR) an asset.
• Experience with disability benefits, WSIB processes, modified work, and early return to work plans.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office and collaboration platforms.

Responsibilities

• Administer attendance, disability, and return-to-work programs.
• Review and adjudicate short-term disability claims and coordinate communications with HR, Payroll, and management.
• Lead incident investigations and report findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Disability management

Return to work coordination

Incident investigations

OHSA knowledge

JOHSC involvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in OH&S or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Teams

Job description

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.

ROLE

• 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
• Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams)
• 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)
• Extended health benefits
• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Additional Information

Location: Multi-Site, working on site at both the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located 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 - 4:00 pm. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the organizational needs.

Length of Temporary Contract: 12 months

Conditions of employment for external hires includes;

• 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/Satisfactory Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check

Our organization: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

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 time of the interview being scheduled

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