Workplace Accommodation Coordinator

Winnipeg School Division; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Winnipeg School Division is seeking a Workplace Accommodation Co-ordinator to facilitate the return of employees following injury or illness. This role involves developing return plans, conducting ergonomic assessments, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and demonstrate strong communication and analytical skills, commitment to public education, and proficiency in related software. Join a diverse team dedicated to supporting students and staff within our educational community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience conducting workplace ergonomic assessments.
• Strong understanding of Manitoba legislation related to workplace safety and privacy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective return to work plans for injured or ill employees.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and recommend solutions.
• Maintain accurate records regarding the return to work process.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Kinesiology, Ergonomics Human Resources, or a related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

MS Teams

Human Resource Information System (HRIS)

Job description

Workplace Accommodation Co-ordinator

Under the supervision and guidance of the Assistant Superintendent of Staff Support and Relations the Workplace Accommodation Co-ordinator is responsible for facilitating the safe and timely return of employees to the workplace following an injury or illness. This includes reviewing all medical documents, developing and implementing return to work plans, liaising with medical providers, and coordinating accommodations and modifications as necessary.

Responsibilities May Include But Are Not Limited To

• Develop and implement effective return to work plans for employees who have been injured or ill, in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams or medical providers, 3rd party insurance/WCB and Principals/Managers.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of return to work plans, including any barriers or challenges encountered, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure timely communication with employees, Principals/Managers, insurance providers and medical providers throughout the return to work process.
• Coordinate accommodations and modifications to the workplace or duties, as necessary, to support the safe and successful return of employees.
• Collaborate with Team Members and Supervisors/Principals to complete ergonomic risk assessments and recommend solutions to identified risks.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments of individual workstations or department work areas to identify potential risks and hazards and recommend solutions.
• Liaise with Staff Support and Relations and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, including those related to privacy, disability, and worker's compensation.
• Provide advice and guidance to Principals/Managers and employees on the return to work process and relevant legislation and policies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation related to the return to work process.
• Develop and facilitate training for staff and Principals/Managers.
• Conduct research related to WSD’s return to work strategy and framework.
• Prepare briefs, analyses and presentations as required.
• Represent WSD at WCB Appeal Commission Hearings.
  
  

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Kinesiology, Ergonomics Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role, with a proven track record of success in managing return to work programs.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience conducting workplace ergonomic assessments.
• An equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience may be considered
• Excellent communication skills;
• Ability to work as an integral team member and provide leadership to teams and working committees, achieving goals using consultative and collegial processes.
• Knowledge of applicable Manitoba legislation including Workers Compensation Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Workplace Health and Safety Act, Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Manitobans Act, and any other relevant legislation.
• Knowledge of policies, and procedures related to worker's compensation, privacy, and disability.
• Demonstrated experience in the areas of human resources, disability management, occupational health and safety, and rehabilitation.
• Awareness and understanding of labour relations issues relevant to health and wellness, workplace safety and disability management.
• In-depth knowledge of Ergonomics and Health and Safety standards/procedures
• Ability to work as an integral team member and provide leadership to teams and working committees, achieving goals using consultative and collegial processes.
• Demonstrated experience providing training and development on duty to accommodate, WCB, accessibility, including experience developing an assessment framework for those programs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address barriers to successful return to work, with a client- focused philosophy
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Analyze issues and problems with the ability to evaluate alternative solutions.
• Excellent written, oral, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with computerized systems; MS Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Teams, and Human Resource Information System (HRIS).
• Commitment to public education and knowledge of the issues facing today’s education systems and an openness to understanding educational culture.
• A valid class 5 driver’s license is required.
  
  

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Winnipeg School Division has an Employment Equity policy which strives for the removal of barriers to the hiring, advancement, full inclusion, and fair representation of women, Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQQIA+ community, persons living with a disability and racialized people at all levels within the organization. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, preference will be given to qualified candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the Employment Equity groups.

Winnipeg School Division will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants disabled by barriers during the interview and assessment process, upon request.

About Winnipeg School Division

WSD is one of Manitoba’s largest employers with over 6,000 full and part time employees in 84 locations including 79 schools (including one virtual school), two administrative buildings, a training centre, a buildings maintenance location and school bus depot and our fleet of almost 100 school buses. Every employee is vital in helping us achieve our purpose, vision, values and principles of learning to support the almost 30,000 students we serve.

Joining Winnipeg School Division means getting the opportunity to work in schools in a variety of communities throughout Winnipeg that are culturally diverse and emphasize the inclusion of all students.