Company Biography

HGH is a bilingual community hospital which has more than 800 employees and 160 physicians, and serves the Prescott-Russell region in Ontario.

With a heritage of over 100 years of quality care delivery, HGH is known for its culture of compassion, spirit of innovation and excellence of care. HGH is now growing and becoming a full-service regional hospital to meet the changing need of the community.

HGH offers to its employees a dynamic clinical environment that promotes a diverse and interdisciplinary professional practice. Our hospital offers access to services among the best in the region, including 40 specialized clinics, in addition to the full range of general care and services. The opportunities for professional challenges and career advancement are diverse and encourage all to excel.

Position Overview

We are seeking an engaged and analytical professional to play a key role within our Human Resources and Occupational Health team.

As the Attendance and Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness Coordinator, you will directly contribute to fostering a healthy, safe, and supportive work environment for all employees.

Reporting to the Director Labour Relations and Health & Safety, you will act as a trusted partner to managers and a key contributor in:

• enhancing employee attendance and overall well-being

• promoting workplace safety and injury prevention

• supporting proactive absence management and return-to-work practices

• maintaining a compliant and safety-focused organizational culture

Key responsibilities
Attendance and Disability Management
Analyze absenteeism trends and support managers in attendance management
Coordinate short-term disability cases (WSIB, insurers, third-party providers)
Support return-to-work planning and workplace accommodations
Contribute to proactive initiatives to improve employee attendance

Occupational Health & Safety
Coordinate the follow-up of workplace incidents and injuries
Support investigations and regulatory requirements (WSIB, OHSA)
Assist in maintaining organizational compliance, including Accreditation Canada standards
Contribute to prevention initiatives (workplace violence, musculoskeletal injuries, etc.)

Training and Prevention
Coordinate mandatory health and safety training programs
Develop awareness materials and training content
Support employee wellness initiatives and safety culture development

Reporting and Continuous Improvement
Produce reports and analyze key performance indicators
Identify trends and recommend actionable solutions
Contribute to continuous improvement of programs and processes

Collaboration
Work closely with managers, union representatives, and external partners
Participate in committees (JHSC, attendance, wellness)
Support organizational initiatives related to psychological health, safety, and employee well-being

PERMANENT FULL-TIME position, non-unionized, hybrid

Why join us?

• A high-impact, multifaceted role
• The opportunity to support the health and well-being of healthcare teams
• A collaborative and people-centered work environment
• Meaningful projects in prevention, wellness, and workplace culture

Criminal Check

As a pre-condition of employment:

• All new HGH employees will be required to obtain and provide a satisfactory Police Records Check dated within six (6) months from the date of issue.

• As of now, HGH will require all employees, physicians, learners, contractors and volunteers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

At HGH, we are committed to promoting an accessible work environment where all employees and candidates feel respected. We support the principles of adaptation in the workplace. If you need workplace accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process or anytime thereafter, please notify a member of the Human Resources team. We will be pleased to assist you and accommodate your needs.

What we are looking for

Education

• College diploma or university degree in Human Resources, Occupational Health & Safety, Disability Management, Nursing, or a related field.

• Relevant certification in occupational health and safety, disability management, or human resources is considered an asset.

Relevant Experience

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in occupational health and safety, attendance management, disability management, or a related field, preferably within a unionized healthcare environment.

Additional Skills

• Strong communication skills in both English and French
• Knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and WSIB processes
• Understanding of attendance management principles and workplace accommodations
• Familiarity with unionized environments and human rights obligations
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and handle confidential information
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and reporting systems
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment