Talent and Benefit Associate

Mackenzie Health; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mackenzie Health in York Region is looking for a Talent and Benefits Associate to provide clerical and receptionist support for Human Resource Services. This role involves assisting with the recruitment cycle, employee relations, and supporting various HR initiatives. You will need strong communication skills, attention to detail, and experience in HR tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

The ideal candidate will have relevant educational background and at least one year of HR experience, with a commitment to growth within a professional setting.

Qualifications

• Completion of a relevant university/college program.
• Minimum one year working experience in Human Resources.
• Current knowledge of Ontario Employment Legislation, WSIB, Human Rights Code.

Responsibilities

• Provide receptionist duties and clerical support for HR Services.
• Support the recruitment cycle and employee relations.
• Prepare agenda and minutes for various committees.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organization skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Computer skills in MS Office

Education

Relevant university/college program

Certification in Human Resources (in progress)

Tools

HRIS knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Senior HR Consultant– Team Lead, and the Director, Employee Relations and Scheduling, the Talent and Benefits Associate will be accountable for providing receptionist duties and clerical support for Human Resource Services by providing excellent customer service to all staff, physicians, volunteers and the general public. In addition, they will provide administrative support to the Senior Human Resources Consultant for a specified client group, including the full recruitment cycle, labour and employee relations and compensation and benefit functions. The incumbent will support various committees including preparation of agenda and minutes, and other miscellaneous documentation, and play a key role in supporting initiatives that foster an inclusive and respectful workplace and accessible services. Further, the incumbent will support Employee Relations with workload tracking, grievance administration and management, and other employee and labour relations administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Completion of a relevant university/college program.
• Actively working towards completion of Certification in Human Resources.
• Minimum one year working experience in Human Resources in areas of recruitment, benefits, compensation required.
• Health care experience an asset.

Additional Qualifications

• Current knowledge of Ontario Employment Legislation (ESA), WSIB, Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Labour Relations Act, Occupational Health and Safety mandatory.
• Experience working with Collective Agreements preferred.
• Working knowledge of recruitment and selection process/techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative; strong problem solving, organization, and analytical skills.
• Adaptability, flexibility and the ability to maintain effectiveness during change.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with diplomacy, patience and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative; strong problem solving and organization skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment to successfully meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of HRIS an asset.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proven attendance record.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the job.
• Effectively uses empathy in interactions with others.
• Demonstrates behaviours consistent with Mackenzie Health’s Commitment to Caring and values – Excellence, Leadership and Empathy.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and dynamic health care environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Health care experience an asset.
• You may be required to work at any site of Mackenzie Health.

Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.