(Temporary) Human Resources Business Partner – (Preferably based in Calgary with travel to Lethbridge)

Temporary Full Time – 38.75 hours per week (Approximately 4 months)

Hours: 8:00 am – 4:15 pm with flexibility required, according to business needs

About the Organization:
Is contributing to a mission driven organization important to you? Do you prefer to be a part of an organization that takes its mission as the basis for all decision making? The mission of Covenant Care and Covenant Living is to “continue the healing ministry of Jesus by serving with compassion, upholding the sacredness of life in all stages, and caring for the whole person – body, mind and soul.”

In fulfillment of this mission, Covenant Care and Covenant Living actively participate in advancing the Covenant Strategic Plan that aspires to:

• Serve – we will strengthen our mission and live our values to meet the needs of those we serve through excellence in care, an engaged team, and wise use of our resources;
• Transform and Grow – We will transform the health system and grow through integration, innovation, and shared learnings to respond to the strengths and needs of our communities, especially those most vulnerable;
• And Contribute – we will leverage our legacy to maximize the strategic contribution of Catholic health care.

Covenant Care is an organization that takes its mission to the heart of everything it does.

We believe that this is what makes our organization stand out in our approach. Our Employees are the key to how our residents feel about their home. You have the ability to be a part of influencing the lives of all those that reside in our environments and to help create a caring and compassionate environment.

Description and Position Summary:
The position of Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) will commit to incorporate our mission, vision, and our values (Compassion, Collaboration, Respect, Social Justice, Integrity and Stewardship), and uphold our ethical traditions as foundational aspects in all actions and decision-making.

As a member of the Human Resources team, the HRBP is a confident, capable HR Practitioner who is comfortable working with a high degree of independence and autonomy. The HRBP will:

• Model the organizations mission, vision, and values, consistently representing Covenant professionally

and positively

• Collaborate effectively as a professional team player, supporting the achievement of Covenant’s Mission, Vision and Values

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the HRBP is responsible for advising, coaching, and supporting management in human resources and related operations, including; employee and labour relations issues, interpretation of various employment/legal documentation, creation and delivery of training/development material, attendance management, return to work matters, including Duty to Accommodate and leadership training.

The HRBP provides research and support for special projects undertaken by the Human Resources Department and participates in reviewing policy while establishing and fostering positive professional relationships and providing excellent customer service with both internal and external contacts.

The following duties, skills and abilities are required for this position:

• Working with leaders/managers/supervisors on people management and performance
• Advising on employee and labour relations, policies, and conflict resolution
• Helping drive talent development, engagement, and retention
• Leading in the talent acquisition and recruitment process
• Supporting organizational growth and change management
• Using people data to provide insights and recommendations
• Ensuring compliance with employment standards, labour laws, organizational policies and procedures, including the Collective Agreements
• Investigation, report writing and mediation skills
• Discretion, diplomacy and tact
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement, and be extremely flexible in managing variable and unpredictable situations with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a related field, and 3 to 5 years of progressive HR experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Experience in healthcare is an asset, as is experience in a unionized environment
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and a current satisfactory driver’s abstract is required, as this role does involve travel between Covenant sites
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Teams is required
• CPHR designation is an asset

PLEASE NOTE:
Covenant Care offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package

All employees new to Covenant Care must provide a criminal record check not older than 3 months ahead of your commencement date. Not having your CRC will delay your ability to commence employment.

Covenant Care is committed to an inclusive work environment and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank you in advance for applying with Covenant Care.