Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, the Director, Human Resources is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the human resources function.

The Director of Human Resources will:

• Participate as a member of the senior management group responsible for the overall planning, management, and leadership .
• Develop and implement effective labour relations strategies to achieve maximum employee engagement in the unionized environments.
• Develop, implement and educate on corporate-wide human resources policies and procedures.
• Proactively manage labour costs to ensure alignment with financial targets.
• Provide human resource guidance and counsel to managers and directors in the areas of performance management, labour relations, employee appreciation/recognition and employee wellness.
• Monitor facilities for compliance with internal human resources policies and practices, and with relevant labour legislation.
• Design new human resources programs as appropriate with the desired outcome of maximizing overall employee engagement in a controlled cost environment.
• Develop HR plans and programs to meet national accreditation standards.
• Act as the Company’s Privacy Officer.

• University graduate in a program related to business administration or human resources.
• CHRP candidates or designates are preferred.
• Minimum ten years human resources and labour relations experience including at least five years experience in a human resource management role.
• Previous experience in the healthcare industry is a strong asset.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an effective written and oral communication style.
• An ability to manage multiple critical timelines.
• Knowledge of applicable labour, employment, human rights and privacy legislation.