Health & Safety Programs Consultant

Role Overview

• Responsible for coaching and mentoring clients through the completion of the WSIBs Health and Safety Excellence program and other provincial programs
• Accountable for the delivery of solutions to clients maintaining quality standards, project timelines and budget
• Communicates the identified opportunities to AM/SAM for follow-up with the client
• Assess client needs and work diplomatically within political framework of unionized and non -unionized workplaces and liaise with various stakeholders to assist member in complying with legislations, standards and best practices
• Proactively responds to client information requests promptly and accurately, acting as a resource or gateway for information and service
• Respond to escalated questions and issues from internal stakeholders and program members
• Develop, implement and oversee the delivery of products and the program to support the Provincial programs.
• Monitor, evaluate and adjust as required.
• Create resources, tools and presentation material for participant meetings to assist firms with successfully meeting the program requirements
• Monitor and evaluate to ensure the program content is effectively and consistently being delivered
• Identifies and flags potential program risks and proactively identifies solutions to mitigate risks
• Maintains records of all activities on the Client Relationship Management (CRM) system on a regular basis and submits reports as required.

Requirements

• Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or related discipline from a Community College and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of experience working with governmental programs
• 3+ years of experience consulting and facilitating training sessions in various settings (e.g., industrial, service and farming sectors)
• Knowledge and application of Health and Safety, including legislation and technical standards
• Knowledge and application of conducting audits and assessments
• Knowledge of WSIB Incentive Program processes and WSPS consulting and training programs
• Strong relationship building skills and business acumen
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff at all organizational levels
• Facilitation/Instruction skills in various settings and levels of employees/management
• Ability to organize and prioritize a varied workload, including managing several projects simultaneously
• Ability to negotiate, foster cooperation, and build consensus in order to influence decision making
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to adapt to changing project priorities, scope and timelines
• Proven interpersonal and relationship management skills to effectively interact, build and nurture working relationships with colleagues and system partners
• Resourceful with the ability to identify and resolve challenges both autonomously and collaboratively
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English
• Experience in virtual training using Microsoft Team Platform.

Benefits

• Comprehensive life and health benefits (100% company paid Health & Dental)
• Flexible working arrangements within the province of Ontario
• Internet reimbursement