Trevor Frances Recruitment is seeking a forward-thinking Director of People and Culture to join our client, a leading home care organization dedicated to supporting individuals who need care at home. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this role offers the opportunity to lead Human Resources strategies that align with organizational goals while fostering a culture of innovation, diversity, and inclusion.
This position will provide guidance to support the organization’s management and staff, ensuring compliance, professional development, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership in Human Resources
- Develop and implement HR strategies that support organizational goals.
- Ensure compliance with employment, labor, and human rights laws by overseeing HR policies and procedures.
- Lead and manage key HR projects, such as organizational reviews and pay equity initiatives.
- Represent the organization in external engagements to enhance visibility and influence.
- Oversee training initiatives, including leadership development programs.
- Support reporting for board meetings and other organizational forums.
2. Organizational Culture and Employee Engagement
- Drive initiatives that promote a collaborative, inclusive, and diverse workplace.
- Oversee performance management, employee relations, and recognition programs.
- Enhance employee engagement through innovative strategies and programs.
- Provide support for union relationships, collective bargaining, and grievance processes.
- Promote employee health, safety, and wellness as part of the Joint Health and Safety Committee.
3. Talent Acquisition and Retention
- Develop succession plans and strategies for critical roles.
- Build talent pipelines to support future hiring needs.
- Define and promote an employer value proposition to attract top talent.
4. Operational HR Leadership
- Provide leadership to the HR team in areas such as recruitment, training, and benefits administration.
- Analyze workforce data, track Key Performance Indicators, and develop improvement strategies.
- Oversee training fund applications and related reporting.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 - 10 years’ professional experience in HR, including employee relations, staffing, compensation, labour relations, and organizational development.
- CHRP or CHRL designation preferred.
- Strong experience advising senior leadership and driving strategic HR initiatives.
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
Knowledge and Skills
- Familiarity with employment legislation, including the Employment Standards Act and Labour Relations Act.
- Experience with collective agreements and contract negotiations.
- Understanding of workforce trends in Ontario’s health, home, and community care sectors (an asset).
- Proficiency in benchmarking tools to evaluate HR programs.
This role is ideal for an HR leader looking to make a meaningful impact by aligning people strategies with organizational success.
If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic, mission-driven organization that supports individuals who need care at home, we’d love to hear from you.
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