Director Occupational Health Safety and Wellness, FT (J1126-0126)

North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services.

What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care – the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care—a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission: People-Centred Care for a healthier community.

North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners.

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Position Summary

Director, Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness

The occupational health, safety and wellness department leads and integrates health promotion, disease and injury prevention to support a culture of health and well-being within the hospital. North York General is committed to supporting and cultivating the well-being of our people through a comprehensive and evidence-informed workplace health promotion strategy.

The Director, Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness provides strategic leadership in developing and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our people across each of our sites. The Director will lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of innovative strategies and programs that cultivate and improve the health and well-being of our people, accomplished through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders in developing strategies, policies, and approaches that align with the corporate strategy and position North York General as a leader in safe workplace practices. As the accountable leader for health, safety, and wellness, the Director sets the strategy with focus on performance metrics, reporting, learning which are informed by evidence-based practice in health and wellness in hospital and long-term care environments, and in alignment with legislative regulatory requirements and internal health and safety policies and procedures.

On a practical level, you will

• Oversee Occupational Health, Safety, and Wellness operations, including employee health, disability management, WSIB claims, ergonomics, wellness programs.
• Develop and implement health, safety, and wellness policies, programs, and strategies that support employee well-being and a culture of safety.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, standards, and best practices through audits, monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead the design, evaluation, and enhancement of evidence-informed Occupational Health, Safety, and Wellness programs.
• Manage early and safe return-to-work programs, quality assurance activities, and compliance audits to ensure effective service delivery and consistent practices and outcomes across the organization.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Occupational Health, Safety, and Wellness team to deliver high-quality, client-focused services and foster a culture of excellence, respect, well-being, and commitment to continuous learning.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to advance workplace health and safety initiatives, reduce workplace injuries, and support employee education and training.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, research, and leading practices through professional development, networking, and partnerships with healthcare and industry organizations.
• Serve as the organizational leader and subject matter expert for Occupational Health, Safety, and Wellness across the Hospital and Long-Term Care sectors.
• Foster relationships with healthcare organizations, government agencies, unions, and external stakeholders to promote compliance, share best practices, and support continuous improvement in workplace health and safety.
• Provide strategic advice, consultation, and leadership to management on occupational health, workplace safety, employee wellness, disability management, and worker injury and illness claims.
• Oversee occupational health programs, compliance audits, and inspections to ensure regulatory compliance and a safe workplace.
• Lead the collection, analysis, and reporting of Occupational Health, Safety, and Wellness (OHS&W) metrics, using data-driven insights to identify trends, improve performance, and support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with the Centre for Workplace Health in identifying areas of concern in staff safety and explore solutions through the use of human factors
• Develop, manage, and monitor the OHS&W operating budget, resources, and financial plans to ensure alignment with benchmarking, organizational goals and operational priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant Health Profession or equivalent is required.
• Five (5) years of proven progressive leadership experience working as a member of a high functioning occupational health safety team, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Master’s Degree in a relevant Health Profession or equivalent is preferred.
• Knowledge of epidemiological methodology and a track record in research publications preferred.
• Experience with both process improvement methodologies and participating and applying relevant research into workplace practice preferred.
• Certified in Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) or Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) preferred.
• Possess a license from a Regulated Health Professional College preferred.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• In-depth knowledge of employment, labour, occupational health and safety legislation, corporate policies, and collective agreements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills in complex and fast-paced environments.
• Experience managing sensitive employee information with a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, data analysis, reporting, budgeting, financial management, and performance measurement.
• Knowledge of hazard identification, risk assessment, disability management, and workplace safety programs.

What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Full Time Regular position, with 8-hour day shifts & on call in the Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness Department.We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca.
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How to Apply

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• Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
• We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.