PASS Grade 6 $103,536 to $116,532

Vacancy Status: Current Vacancy

About The Board

The Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) is committed to decolonizing education, equity, engagement and innovation. We are guided by our vision, Growing Together, the mission that every student experiences a sense of belonging and engages in dynamic learning to reach their potential and build their own future. Our values of Compassion, Dignity, Trust, and Joy guide our daily work and ensure that we honour the unique and distinct identities as well as individualized needs of every student and every staff member at HWDSB. Proudly serving a community of approximately 50,000 students in the City of Hamilton and surrounding area, HWDSB operates across 80 elementary schools, 13 secondary schools and 1 Adult Learning Centre, in addition to providing support and service to approximately 8,800 staff members.

Staff Wellness

At HWDSB, staff wellness is a priority. We are committed to co-creating and fostering an environment where staff feel safe, valued, and supported. We are continuously striving to support the needs of our diverse community and actively work to foster and maintain a culture of human rights.

Our holistic Staff Wellness program has been designed to support employee's well-being in all dimensions of health. As one part of this comprehensive program, all staff as well as their dependents have access to free and confidential supports through our Employee and Family Assistance Provider (EFAP), in addition to many other program components.

About The Role

Reporting to the Manager of Employee Support and Wellness (ESW), the successful candidate will work in-person within a team with another Employee Support and Wellness Officer to assist with day-to-day oversight of the Employee Support and Wellness Department including:

Wellness program and promotion Early intervention Attendance management Short term disability (self-insured adjudication program) and facilitate to long term disability program, where needed Long term disability return to work facilitation with third party insurers Workplace Safety and Insurance Board claims management

The successful incumbent will take a lead role with implementing a staff wellness initiative that includes evidence based, leading edge programs and policies and establishing indicators of success.

Duties Include But Are Not Limited To

Experience with providing wellness expertise to the organization through strategic planning, analysis, development, management and evaluation of Corporate Wellness Programs that support healthy lifestyle practices for all employees Develops and promotes corporate-wide employee Workplace Wellness strategies consistent with the principles of Excellence Canada's Healthy Workplace Standard and the National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety Develops, implements and evaluates Wellness programs that support healthy lifestyle practices by identifying needs, priorities and goals for the health education of employees Leading and advising a Corporate Wellness Committee and working collaboratively in developing and/or working with internal and external partners to develop and coordinate implementation of Wellness programs Plans, coordinates and delivers Wellness events of various sizes and complexity Experience and knowledge of comprehensive disability management programs; attendance management, early intervention, early and safe return to work program, self-insured sick leave plan administration (short term and long-term medical absence), and management of occupational claims through the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Develop, implement and monitor comprehensive and integrated adjudication plans for all activities in complex cases required to achieve recovery, community integration, and where possible, return to work Recommend strategies and initiatives to management based on regulatory requirements, industry standards and organizational needs Support the Manager with leadership development opportunities for the organization – training, case consultation; compile program metrics/evaluation reports; community partnerships Provide supervision and leadership to Employee Support & Wellness Specialists, Coordinator and Administrators, manage performance and coaching, conduct weekly 1:1 meetings with staff, and co-lead monthly departmental meetings alongside the Manager Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Post-secondary diploma/degree related to (Human Resources, Legal Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Business, Public Policy, Disability Management Certificate/Diploma, Healthcare; Kinesiology, Occupational Therapist, Rehabilitation, Wellness) or equivalent related education progressive years' experience in disability management programs Professional designation such as but not limited to; Disability Management Professional (CDMP), a Return to Work Coordinator (CRTWC) or Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP/L), Human Resources Certificate, Disability Management Certificate/Diploma, Paralegal, C.O.H.N., would be considered an asset Minimum 3-5 years of proven experience in promoting and leading wellness programs, within a unionized environment preferred Experience in conducting research, including the analysis of statistical data and trends Experience in development of policies, including research, writing, interpreting and evaluating policies Solid understanding of and experience in implementing The National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety and Excellence Canada's Healthy Workplace Standard Demonstrated knowledge of workplace wellness, health promotion strategies and adult education theories Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer focus, communication, collaboration and personal ownership Thorough understanding of the Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety Insurance Act, Employment Standards Act, as well as other related legislation Proficiency with Microsoft applications Word and Excel; experience with Parklane Software is an asset Strong written and verbal communication skills to enable effective interaction with staff, employees, management, and unions with respect to sensitive and confidential issues Familiarity with relevant Board policies, collective agreements and medical terminology an asset Demonstrated commitment to working in a diverse school community and/or work environment

Deadline for submission is 4:00 p.m. on July 3, 2026.

Interviews will be held following the closing of the posting.

Accommodations

HWDSB is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process, based on any human rights protected grounds. If you require accommodation, please email and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Employment Equity, Inclusion, and Indigeneity Statement

Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) is committed to building inclusive learning and working environments where students see themselves reflected in the curriculum, staff population, physical surroundings and the broader community.

HWDSB's mission is to empower students to learn and grow to their full potential in a diverse world. Guided by this mission, HWDSB strives to build a workforce that embodies the values of human rights, equity, diversity and inclusion, while reflecting and welcoming the diverse and distinct identities, experiences and needs of our students and our communities.

HWDSB Seeks Qualified Candidates Who Share Our Commitment To Equity And Inclusion, And Who Will Contribute To The Vision Of Creating Inclusive And Equitable Outcomes. HWDSB Especially Invites And Welcomes Applications From

Indigenous Peoples (e.g., First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples). Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin (e.g., Black and racialized communities, immigrant communities, etc.). Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities. Persons who identify as women. Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions. (i.e., Two-spirit and LGBTQIA+).

As part of HWDSB's commitment to employment equity and removing barriers to groups that have faced and continue to face barriers in employment, we invite all applicants to complete a voluntary questionnaire that collects identity-based information. The voluntary questionnaire is on the Apply to Education application page for this position.

Land Acknowledgement

HWDSB is located on ancestral Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee Confederacy land as determined by the Dish with One Spoon treaty. The Dish with One Spoon wampum belt represents the treaty relationship between the Haudenosaunee Confederacy and Anishinaabe with respect to sharing the land and resources thereon. The intent of this agreement is for all nations sharing this territory to do so responsibly, respectfully and sustainably in perpetuity. We respect the longstanding relationships with the local Indigenous communities, the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and the Six Nations of the Grand River.

Applicant Self-Identification Form

The information collected on this form is used to monitor HWDSB's progress toward our equity goals including our commitment to diversity in HWDSB recruitment and hiring practices. We are committed to the security and confidentiality of information under our control, and to the protection of privacy with respect to personal and confidential information that is collected, used, disclosed and retained in the system . Information on this form is collected pursuant to (Ministry of Education) and in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act . Access to this form is restricted to specific individuals in Human Resources. The Research and Analytics Department will use aggregate data from all the forms (not individual data) for internal reporting. Their access and use of the data is governed by MFIPPA and . Applicant Self-Identification Forms will be maintained in the Human Resources job competition file and securely destroyed 3 years after the job posting for candidates not selected for an interview and 3 years after the job posting for candidates interviewed, in accordance with general records retention principles. If you prefer not to answer any of the questions, you can select “prefer not to answer”. This in no way affects your application or the applicant selection process. If you have questions or concerns about this form please contact .