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TORONTO GRACE HEALTH CENTRE: CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Occupational Health Nurse

Permanent Part-Time

Pay Rate: $45.00/Hour - $54.00/Hour

The Toronto Grace Health Centre (TGHC) provides specialized care and services to those individuals who require Complex Continuing Care, Post-Acute Care Rehabilitation, Palliative Care, and Transitional Care. The care and services provided at TGHC help facilitate the patient flow through the health care system and ensures recovery to those individuals who may return to their homes or to Long Term Care (LTC) facilities in their communities. TGHC operates in 3 sites – the Main site (Church& Bloor St), Harbour Lights and a Specialized Care Centre (Victoria Park & McNicoll). At Toronto Grace, Occupational Health is viewed as a strategic partner in supporting employee wellbeing, workplace safety, and organizational excellence. We are seeking a collaborative professional who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of healthcare workers. We live our values in all that we do and value our dedicated staff, volunteers and physicians.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director, Occupational Health, Safety, Wellness and Infection Prevention & Control, the Occupational Health Nurse provides leadership and expertise in employee health services, disability management, workplace accommodations, communicable disease management, and health promotion.

The Occupational Health Nurse plays a critical role in supporting employee wellbeing through proactive case management, injury and illness prevention, workplace health surveillance, immunization programs, and safe and timely return-to-work planning.

Working collaboratively with Human Resources, managers, unions, WSIB, healthcare providers, and external partners, the Occupational Health Nurse contributes to a healthy workplace culture that supports employee engagement, safety, and organizational excellence.

Why Join Toronto Grace?

• Opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment alongside Occupational Health, Safety, Wellness and IPAC professionals
• Diverse and engaging practice including disability management, employee health, communicable disease prevention, workplace wellness and health promotion
• Meaningful opportunity to influence organizational culture and employee wellbeing
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Convenient downtown Toronto location with additional experience supporting community-based satellite sites

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing; RN in good standing with CNO
• Certification in Disability Management CDMP, CRTWC or equivalent considered an asset
• COHN(C), CDMP, CRTWC, CRSP or related occupational health and safety credentials considered assets.
• 5 years’ experience as an Occupational Health Nurse, preferably in a healthcare setting
• Experience working within a unionized healthcare environment is strongly preferred
• 5 years’ WSIB claims management experience, demonstrated experience managing return to work, modified work, attendance management and accommodation cases
• Current First Aid and BCLS certification
• Familiarity with Communicable disease Surveillance Guidelines
• Experience with outbreak management/working with IPAC and Public Health
• Ability to travel to satellite sites
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation: Human Rights Code, Occupational Health & Safety Act etc.
• Strong knowledge of The Workplace Safety and Insurance Act
• Strong decision making and problem solving skills required
• Excellent communication, organization and presentation skills
• Sound judgement, high emotional intelligence, ability to build trusting relationships with all stakeholders
• Strong work ethic and good attendance record required
• Ability to work both independently and as a team

Main Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with leadership team, staff, union and HR regarding case management, disability, return to work & accommodations
• Initiate and maintain contact with the injured/absent employee and manage modified work plans
• Provide primary care to workers with occupational/non-occupational illnesses and injuries
• First aid and/or referral to appropriate medical intervention for injured workers
• Manage WSIB claims to all internal and external partners; prepare and submit all require documentation to WSIB; Provide workers with assessment forms to identify fitness to return to work and early return to modified work
• Accountable for gathering, maintaining and reporting statistics regarding WSIB, STD, and LTD
• Educate and offer employees post exposure prophylaxis and/or immunization to protect them from communicable diseases
• Provide fit testing using N95 masks as needed
• Collaborate closely with the Safety Advisor to support workplace injury prevention initiatives, incident investigations, hazard identification, risk assessments, workplace inspections, and organizational health and safety programs. identify trends, recommend corrective actions, and support injury prevention strategies
• Work in partnership with the Safety Advisor, Human Resources, Managers, and Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee (JOHSC) members to promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, and continuous improvement across all sites
• Maintain accurate records and statistics on all incidents and present findings to the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee
• Participate in Workplace Safety Inspections as required
• Participate in WHMIS Program as required
• Educate employees in safe work practices during orientation, in service presentations
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of health records and statistical data
• Maintain and respect confidentiality of workers’ health records and information
• Collaborate with the employee, manager, union, human resources to support a variety of Healthy Workplace programs and initiatives
• Encourage, identify and integrate preventative measures to promote healthy lifestyle
• Create a safe and supporting working environment for all

To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please apply to https://www.torontograce.org/work-volunteer/working-at-tghc/careers-tghc-2/. Please visit our website to learn more about the rewards of building a career at the Toronto Grace Health Centre: www.torontograce.org. We are a “Great Place to Work”. Toronto Grace Health Centre is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process please notify the Human Resources Department.

This is a vacant position.

The Salvation Army Toronto Grace Health Centre has been accredited with a 4 year Commendation in 2025 by Accreditation Canada

Our Core values: Compassion, Collaboration, Excellence, Integrity, and Innovation

Thank you for your interest in the Toronto Grace Health Centre. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted

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