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Director, Human Resources
Location:
Toronto, ON
Description:
Who we areChildren are at the front and centre of what we do; they are the foundation of our purpose and the basis for our evidence-driven strategy. Our mission is to transform the lives of children, youth and their families by developing and delivering innovative, research-based mental health and early learning programs. At the Child Development Institute (CDI), we are passionate about helping our communities’ most vulnerable members and their caregivers. It motivates each of us to face what can be difficult situations while continuously finding the purest joy in play, in silence, in advice, and in the unbelievable strength and resilience of our young clients. Joining us now is a rewarding opportunity to be part of an organization that is built on a legacy of more than 100 years of helping children and families. Recognized as a leader and model for measurement-based impact, we are client-centred, family-centred, and data-informed. We are a place where professionals grounded in mental health, care, and well-being of infants, children and youth, come together in collaboration, learning and inclusion. As a multiservice organization delivering social, emotional, and behavioural counselling services, early childhood education, learning disabilities and mental health services, and family violence services, we address the whole person from when they begin their life. Every child and family that reaches out to us is unique, and we value and embrace their individuality. We deliver the tailored support and tools they need to build life-long skills, positive mental health, and resilience. With their trust in us, we guide children and families along a supportive journey. It is an often difficult path and simultaneously the most rewarding experience for providers, children and families.The roleAs the new Director of HR, you will oversee a team and directly contribute to the human resources strategy, policies, and practices, encompassing talent acquisition and development, labour and employee relations, compensation and employee health, safety, and well-being. As the subject matter expert, you will take ownership of developing, coordinating, and implementing programs, policies, learning and development, and practices that foster inclusivity, diversity, equality, and accessibility (IDEA) within the organization. Please note that this is an in-office role.Who you areIt’s not so much about how fast you can accelerate your career as finding a new organization where you can bring your insights, make an impact, and feel good about it. You are driven by a passion for human resources and a personal set of core values. You believe that every action you take and every conversation you have reflects your organization and is an incredible opportunity to make a difference and create engagement.What’s in it for youProfound purpose and impact. This is a chance to build, create, enhance, and influence. It’s an opportunity to bring your expertise and contribute to the smooth operations of HR functions, supporting teams so they can support their clients. You will make a mark designing and implementing a talent management framework that prioritizes EDI, a learning and development program that shares knowledge and embeds EDI and core values into the thinking and functioning of managers and teams, and a total rewards package that ensures employees are appreciated and committed. You will work alongside passionate team members, committed leadership, and bright, talented individuals, providing direct support and programming to meet employee needs at a grassroots organization where every day is focused on making a difference to clients.How you and your team will make an impact: Provide leadership in developing and implementing the Human Resources and IDEA strategy. You will coach and train a team of human resources professionals, serve as the influential voice for HR strategies and initiatives, and collaborate at the organizational level to determine priorities. You will establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of service delivery of all HR functions and programming to ensure the highest service levels. Support the design, development and delivery of leading-edge talent management solutions. You will spearhead initiatives that include assessment and development, employee engagement and retention, performance management and total rewards. You will conduct interviews as required and assist managers in making hiring decisions, ensuring smooth onboarding processes to integrate new employees into the organization seamlessly. Create and promote a culture of accountability. You will lead initiatives prioritizing organization-wide inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility to enhance and promote the organization as an employer of choice. Update and implement policies. You will provide advice and interpretation on statutory obligations, human resources policies, collective agreements, and employment and labour relations developments to leadership and team. Manage employee and labour relations strategies. You will provide comprehensive training to managers and directors on employee and labour relations, offer support and coaching to management, conduct workplace investigations, handle grievances, arbitrations, and mediations, and participate in discipline and performance management meetings. You will build and maintain appropriate, constructive working relationships with union leadership to ensure a positive labour relations environment, oversee the collective bargaining process and participate in Labour management committee(s). Oversee the implementation of equitable total rewards programs. You will lead the development of a total rewards program, ensuring it is competitive, reflects internal talent objectives and market conditions, supports recruitment and retention strategies, and is cost-effective. Develop and implement policies, procedures, and practices. You will provide leadership to maintain organizational health and safety policies, programs, and initiatives that reduce risk, safeguard worker safety, follow legislative requirements. Manage assigned financial resources and budgets. You will manage negotiations and guide the administration of HR Services such as benefits, pension plans, Group RRSP, Long Term and Short-Term Disability, including reviewing cost effectiveness, seeking alternatives, and negotiating plan improvements and modifications where necessary. What you bring: The experience. You have broad expertise in Human Resources, Talent Management, and IDEA initiatives in a unionized environment and, ideally in a not-for-profit. You have experience designing, developing, and rolling out critical HR initiatives and a track record of providing HR advice and solutions to leaders and individuals on employee and organizational issues. The knowledge. You demonstrate an understanding of HR and EDI practices in Canada and understand relevant legislation, including the Employment Standards Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance requirements, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Human Rights Code and Pay Equity Act. You have expertise in operations, employee engagement, performance management, change management, career development, compensation, employment law, and other compliance matters. You are proficient with MS Office Suite and an HRIS such as Dayforce. The people leadership. You nurture trust with those who report to you and lead by example. You have experience guiding the work of a team, and providing direct coaching and mentorship. You can foster respect and positivity within and across teams. You are compassionate and empathetic, and you can deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally. The collaboration skills. You are a relationship builder who is self-aware, with strong verbal, written, and presentation abilities. You can gain trust, influence decisions, implement processes, and foster an inclusive culture. You have the people and conflict management skills to overcome challenging issues through to closure and help managers build high-performing teams. You have a genuine appreciation for diverse opinions and experiences and strive to change the status quo for the better with every initiative you take, seeking input from those around you. The analytical mindset. You have solid decision-making abilities, with the ability to research and analyze data, leverage available resources, and present solutions. You have excellent judgment and can make thoughtful decisions as a creative problem solver. The drive. You are passionate about nurturing a positive, diverse, inclusive people culture and tying initiatives, events, and strategies to the organization’s core values. You are willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done, big or small. You can work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment. Join us.Fostering positive transformations in mental health for over a century, CDI is a world-class leader trusted in helping children, youth and families through a wide range of evidence-informed services to build lasting change.At CDI, we prioritize the mental well-being and work-life balance of our teams. We acknowledge the reality of the emotionally demanding work each of us puts in every day. To that end, we strive to create a collaborative, diverse, inclusive, and equitable space where creativity flourish by offering: Full health and well-being benefits. Flexible hours in a planned program environment. A focus on cross-disciplinary collaboration and knowledge sharing. Ongoing paid professional development opportunities and certifications. If you want to be part of our vision to make a measurable lifelong impact on the mental health and well-being of children, youth and their families, join us.
Company:
Child Development Institute
Posted:
April 24 on Canadajobs
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