Senior Manager, Wellness Programs

Senior Manager - Wellness Programs 

Corporate Services, Human Resources  

Status: Contract Full-Time (24 month assignment)

Salary Range: $125,186 - $156,484 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits) 

Work mode: Hybrid* see below for more details about this work mode. 

Location: 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga ON 

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

Who we are: 

Our Human Resources mission is to partner with you to strengthen our healthy safe and inclusive workplace and creates a sense of belonging were you are supported to make a difference for our community.  

There are five (5) service groups within Human Resources: 

• Talent Management
• Wellness, Health and Safety, and Disability Management
• Organizational Development and Learning
• Total Rewards 
• Transformation and Strategic Programs

Are you an experienced senior Human Resources leader who excels at building inclusive, collaborative and strategic HR teams to support an organization through transformation?  Do you have a strong desire to contribute to your community?

Do you have a passion for providing creative, innovative and forward thinking human resources solutions?

Are you a leader who strives to coach, develop and support a high performing team of human resources professionals? 

Do you pride yourself on building and nurturing strong relationships?

Are you customer focused and thrive in a team where collaboration, partnership and passion to excel are celebrated?  

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Senior Manager of Wellness Programs, will lead a key pillar of our organizations People Plan and support the outcome of prioritizing our employee’s health, safety, and well-being in our workplace where our employees feel valued, cared for, and have their voice heard.  This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of Wellness Programs that include psychological and physical health & safety, disability management, and compliance activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy work environment, managing disability cases, and maintaining compliance with relevant laws and regulation. This position plays an integral role in supporting senior leadership in ensuring success and excellence of HR services.

In this role you will lead a team of two (2) Managers and (1) Supervisor

What you will do in this role: 

Wellness

• Develop and execute a comprehensive wellness strategy aligned with the organization's values and goals.
• Continuously assess the needs and preferences of employees to refine and adapt Wellness Programs accordingly.
• Design, implement, and manage Wellness Programs that address physical, mental, and emotional health.
• Collaborate with external vendors and health professionals to provide a variety of wellness services.
• Stay up-to-date with relevant laws and regulations related to Wellness Programs.
• Lead wellness initiatives through effective communication and marketing campaigns.

Health & Safety

• Develop, implement, and monitor health and safety policies, procedures, and programs to ensure a safe work environment for all employees.
• Stay current with industry best practices and regulatory changes related to occupational health and safety.
• Lead investigations into workplace accidents, incidents, and near misses, and implement corrective and preventive actions as necessary.

Disability Management

• Oversee the management of disability cases, including workers' compensation claims. accommodations, and short-term/long-term disability claims.
• Collaborate with HR, legal, and medical professionals to ensure compliance with disability laws and regulations.
• Implement return-to-work programs to facilitate the smooth transition of employees back to the workplace after a disability leave.

 Compliance Activities

• Ensure company-wide compliance with labour and employment laws and regulations.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that promote compliance in all areas of HR, including wellness, health and safety, and disability management.
• Conduct regular audits to identify potential compliance risks and develop action plans to mitigate them.

Team Leadership

• Provide strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring to HR teams responsible for wellness, health and safety, disability management, and compliance.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment, promoting professional growth and development.
• Cultivate staff to build partnerships with internal/external clients ensuring that staff understand the importance of customer satisfaction.
• Recruit, coach, motivate, train and evaluate staff and indirect reports while ensuring efficient and effective utilization of resources.
• Accountable for building/sustaining an engaged workforce and building trust and confidence within their team and throughout the department and Region.

 Understanding Complex Strategies

• Analyze and understand complex business strategies, identifying HR implications and developing plans to support organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with senior management to align HR strategies with overall business goals.
• Collaborate with the Human Resources Director to develop and implement HR strategies that drive organizational success.
• Stay current with HR industry trends and best practices, proactively identifying opportunities to introduce innovative approaches that enhance HR services.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and executives, providing strategic HR guidance and insights to drive business decisions.

 Department Budget Planning    

• Collaborate with senior leadership and finance teams to develop annual budgets for your department.
• Evaluate the financial needs of wellness, health and safety, disability management, and compliance functions, considering staffing, training, technology, legal resources, and more.
• Allocate funds within your approved budget to various initiatives, projects, and operational needs of your department.
• Ensure that resources are allocated in alignment with strategic priorities and compliance requirements.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts for services such as legal consultations, safety training, disability case management, and compliance audits.
• Negotiate contracts and ensure that expenses are within the established budget.

What the role requires: 

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in HR, with a focus on wellness, health and safety, disability management, and compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of labour laws, employment regulations, health and safety standards, and disability legislation.
• Proven experience in developing and managing corporate Wellness Programs, preferably in a leadership role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex issues and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all organizational levels.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to align HR initiatives with business goals.
• Demonstrated experience in coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
• Combination of education and experience may be considered. 

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us: 

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health (effective start date) 
• Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan (where applicable) 
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis up to 3 weeks per annum 
• 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays 
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing 
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance  
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion 
• Access to tuition reimbursement (where applicable) and learning and development resources 

In this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at the 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga ON worksite.  The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.  

Hours of Work:  35 hours per week 

 The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.    

Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.  

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If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.  

About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon.  Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 175,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible.  A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support. 

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.