Human Resources Business Partner

Join a hospital where everyone makes a difference! Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) is a thriving community hospital that proudly provides acute care services including:
Emergency, Surgery, Medicine, Women’s and Children’s Health, Intensive Care, Mental Health, and Inpatient Rehabilitation.

Our vision is creating healthier communities together. Our dedicated and skilled staff are passionate about providing outstanding patient-centred care, and an exceptional patient experience to residents of the Waterloo Region and beyond.

Why Should You Apply to CMH?

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Group Benefits, including Health & Dental, for full time employees
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Career Development & Education Grant
• Wellness & Wellbeing Program
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatives

Come be part of our vision as CMH leads in innovation and compassion! To learn more about CMH, please visit our website .org.

Salary Range: $49.93 - $59.44

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, the Human Resources Business Partner will provide strategic advice and support on a variety of labour and employment concerns. The incumbent will play a key role in developing and maintaining strong labour-management relations with multiple unions as well as creating strong partnerships with the leadership team. This role also involves leading fair and objective workplace investigations into a variety of matters.

The successful candidate must demonstrate knowledge of employment laws and statutes in Ontario. This incumbent must have the demonstrated ability to work with individuals at all levels throughout the organization. Knowledge of hospital labour relations will be a strong asset. The HR Business Partner must have the ability to provide direction to staff and leaders on a broad range of employment law topics.

Proven ability to work collaboratively with others, provides coaching, guidance and facilitates decisions to ensure successful implementation of the both the HR & departmental operational plans. This position regularly works Monday to Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work as required.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide advice and counsel in all areas of Human Resources including: employee relations, collective agreement interpretation and performance management
• Grievance and dispute resolution management, including representingCMH at mediation andarbitration hearings
• Conduct workplace investigations in collaboration with organizational leadership
• Reinforce appropriate application of HR policies and procedures
• Deliver guidance on matters involving workplace violence, workplace discrimination/harassment, complex return-to-work/modified work

The physical demands of the role may include but are not limited to prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling. This position contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Posted hours do not constitute a guarantee that shifts will not be subject to change.

Skills and

Qualifications:

• University Degree related to human resources management, industrial/labour relations or equivalent combination of education and relevant recent experience in labour relations
• Minimum of 3-5years’current experience in an unionized environment required, preferably in a healthcare environment
• Certified Human Resources Professional designation (CHRP) is preferred
• Previous experience in collective bargaining is an asset
• Strong knowledge of employment and labour law, jurisprudence in the healthcare sector and statutes
• Mediation/dispute resolution skills an asset
• Demonstrated experience in labour relations, in a multi union workplace, preferably in a health care setting
• Experience with…