Occupational Health & Safety Lead

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

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.