HR & Labour Relations Specialist
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About the role
Posting Date: May 6, 2026
Closing Date: May 15, 2026
Status: New Position
Human Resources and Labour Relations Specialist
Full-time, Permanent (37.5 hrs/wk) | Start Date: ASAP | Location: Waterloo
Salary: $69,654.78 to $84,764.88
About KidsAbility**:**
We are a not-for-profit, equal opportunity employer supporting over 17,000 children and youth to reach their social, physical, communication and behavioural goals each year. Providing early and exceptional family-centred services in the Waterloo and Guelph-Wellington regions, we believe that by living our values, our impact can be profound, and together, we can build brighter futures. We’re looking for the right people to join our team; supporting children, youth, and families.
At KidsAbility, we offer:
- Ongoing training and development opportunities, empowering you to enhance your skills
- A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment dedicated to family-centred care
- Organizational commitment to innovation and research; continually evolving our approaches so we may serve with purpose and value
- Initiatives to support your well-being including social events, opportunities to give back to your community and access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Comprehensive benefits and optional group RRSP program, short- and long-term disability income protection benefits, and generous vacation package and paid personal leave days
About the Opportunity:
The Human Resources & Labour Relations Specialist (HR & LR Specialist) is responsible for administering and supporting daily human resources and labour relations functions at KidsAbility. This role provides coaching, guidance, and interpretation related to human resources practices, employment legislation, and the Collective Agreement within a unionized environment.
Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to:
- Supporting and administering human resources and labour relations policies, procedures, programs, and practices, providing guidance and interpretation.
- Supporting a positive and respectful labour relations environment in collaboration with union representatives and management.
- Interpreting and applying or upholding the terms the terms of the Collective Agreement, organizational policies, and relevant legislation.
- Providing human resources services and support to staff at all levels, contributing to effective employee relationship management.
- Acting as a resource and first point of contact on employee and labour relations inquiries.
- Travel to other KidsAbility sites and external business locations beyond the primary site may be required.
In addition to the above qualifications, the following skills and experience will be strong assets:
- CHRP designation or working towards CHRP designation is an asset.
- Post secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources, Labour Relations, or similar field
- Three to five years of experience supporting labour relations, grievance processes, union communication participation.
- Three to five years of progressive human resources experience, including experience in a unionized environment.
- Solid understanding of Human Rights Code legislation (including special programs, accommodation, competing rights), Employment Standards, AODA, employment related law, human resources management and bias-free hiring and promotion principles and practices.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.
- Collaboration skills to be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to use word processing, data processing, management and analysis software, email and web-based software.
- Valid Ontario Driver’s License, and availability of a motor vehicle required.
We invite applications from those interested in this position to apply through the KidsAbility Empower ERP Career Centre.
KidsAbility strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the selection process. Should any applicant require accommodation please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are the core values of KidsAbility. We are a diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas that benefit our clients and the community. It is the policy of KidsAbility to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information or any other ground protected by applicable law.
Please note that all prospective KidsAbility employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements, including the full and ongoing COVID-19 vaccination, as a condition of obtaining and maintaining employment. We will make accommodations as directed by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and the Chief Medical Officer of Health.
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About KidsAbility Centre for Child Development
At KidsAbility, we support 17,000+ children and youth in achieving communication, social, physical, and behavioral milestones.
From birth to age 21, we guide their journey from childhood to adulthood, irrespective of diagnosis. Our focus on early, family-centric services shapes brighter futures.
Established in 1957, KidsAbility is an accredited, charitable organization governed by an elected board of directors, operated by a professional staff of over 300, and supported by the generosity of committed individuals, small business and local corporations, and our wider community.
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HR & Labour Relations Specialist
Top Benefits
About the role
Posting Date: May 6, 2026
Closing Date: May 15, 2026
Status: New Position
Human Resources and Labour Relations Specialist
Full-time, Permanent (37.5 hrs/wk) | Start Date: ASAP | Location: Waterloo
Salary: $69,654.78 to $84,764.88
About KidsAbility**:**
We are a not-for-profit, equal opportunity employer supporting over 17,000 children and youth to reach their social, physical, communication and behavioural goals each year. Providing early and exceptional family-centred services in the Waterloo and Guelph-Wellington regions, we believe that by living our values, our impact can be profound, and together, we can build brighter futures. We’re looking for the right people to join our team; supporting children, youth, and families.
At KidsAbility, we offer:
- Ongoing training and development opportunities, empowering you to enhance your skills
- A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment dedicated to family-centred care
- Organizational commitment to innovation and research; continually evolving our approaches so we may serve with purpose and value
- Initiatives to support your well-being including social events, opportunities to give back to your community and access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Comprehensive benefits and optional group RRSP program, short- and long-term disability income protection benefits, and generous vacation package and paid personal leave days
About the Opportunity:
The Human Resources & Labour Relations Specialist (HR & LR Specialist) is responsible for administering and supporting daily human resources and labour relations functions at KidsAbility. This role provides coaching, guidance, and interpretation related to human resources practices, employment legislation, and the Collective Agreement within a unionized environment.
Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to:
- Supporting and administering human resources and labour relations policies, procedures, programs, and practices, providing guidance and interpretation.
- Supporting a positive and respectful labour relations environment in collaboration with union representatives and management.
- Interpreting and applying or upholding the terms the terms of the Collective Agreement, organizational policies, and relevant legislation.
- Providing human resources services and support to staff at all levels, contributing to effective employee relationship management.
- Acting as a resource and first point of contact on employee and labour relations inquiries.
- Travel to other KidsAbility sites and external business locations beyond the primary site may be required.
In addition to the above qualifications, the following skills and experience will be strong assets:
- CHRP designation or working towards CHRP designation is an asset.
- Post secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources, Labour Relations, or similar field
- Three to five years of experience supporting labour relations, grievance processes, union communication participation.
- Three to five years of progressive human resources experience, including experience in a unionized environment.
- Solid understanding of Human Rights Code legislation (including special programs, accommodation, competing rights), Employment Standards, AODA, employment related law, human resources management and bias-free hiring and promotion principles and practices.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.
- Collaboration skills to be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to use word processing, data processing, management and analysis software, email and web-based software.
- Valid Ontario Driver’s License, and availability of a motor vehicle required.
We invite applications from those interested in this position to apply through the KidsAbility Empower ERP Career Centre.
KidsAbility strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the selection process. Should any applicant require accommodation please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are the core values of KidsAbility. We are a diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas that benefit our clients and the community. It is the policy of KidsAbility to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information or any other ground protected by applicable law.
Please note that all prospective KidsAbility employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements, including the full and ongoing COVID-19 vaccination, as a condition of obtaining and maintaining employment. We will make accommodations as directed by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and the Chief Medical Officer of Health.
Not the right fit? Search for HR & Labour Relations Specialist jobs in Waterloo, ON
About KidsAbility Centre for Child Development
At KidsAbility, we support 17,000+ children and youth in achieving communication, social, physical, and behavioral milestones.
From birth to age 21, we guide their journey from childhood to adulthood, irrespective of diagnosis. Our focus on early, family-centric services shapes brighter futures.
Established in 1957, KidsAbility is an accredited, charitable organization governed by an elected board of directors, operated by a professional staff of over 300, and supported by the generosity of committed individuals, small business and local corporations, and our wider community.