ABOUT TPL
Toronto Public Library (TPL) is North America’s busiest public library system. TPL employs approximately 2,400 staff who provide high quality library services to the people of Toronto across 100 locations.
Hours per Week:
Monday to Friday. 35 hours per week.
Location: 789 Yonge Street - Toronto Reference Library - Hybird
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Senior Human Resources Consultant (Disability Management), the Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) serves as the first point of contact for triaging non-occupational and occupational illness/injury claims. The Nurse communicates and collaborates with stakeholders
(managers, employees, Union representatives) to develop and sustain approaches and responses to illness/injury claims and to support wellness-focused options for meaningful return to work outcomes for employees. The position works collaboratively with Human Resources partners in
the prevention of illness and injury, co-ordination and implementation of pertinent and relevant Health and Safety programs, coaching and education in the effort of creating a welcoming and safe work environment.
DUTIES
- Provides expert guidance and coordination for case management of employee illness and injury claims, including accommodation plans and return to work processes, short-term disability, long-term disability, and WSIB (Workplace Safety and Insurance Board) claims
- Handles and reviews medical correspondence from employees
- Liaises with treating physicians and other medical care providers of employees for further information or clarification
- Critically analyzes case files to identify other health-related factors which may influence return to work or recovery time
- In review with the Senior HR Consultant (Disability Management) and the Senior Manager, Human Resources, refers and manages claims to occupational health physician (retained by TPL) where required
- Provides support to managers with respect to the attendance management program
- Provides training related to disability management and return to work processes.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science (Nursing) required
- Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (RN required)
- Certified Occupational Health Nurse Designation (COHN) highly preferred
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the Disability Management and Occupational Health field
- Minimum of two years’ related experience in a complex unionized environment
- Experience with workplace disability management programs and a working knowledge of external insurance providers
- Ability to handle sensitive issues and protect confidentiality of medical information.
- Strong ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with various internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated skill in working within a trauma-informed and human-centred approach to human resources and disability management
- Ability to exercise a high degree of judgment, sensitivity and tact in dealing with confidential, sensitive and complex issues
- Highly skilled in working in situations of conflict and ambiguity
- Strong organizational and workload management skills
SALARY:
$79,409.00 to $106,101.00 per annum (Wage Grade 5.5, 2025 Rates)
ACCOMMODATION:
We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Toronto Public Library (TPL) invites applications from all qualified individuals. The Library is committed to equal opportunity, diversity in the workplace, equity and reconciliation, and welcomes applications from Indigenous people, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ people and women.
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Toronto Public Library (TPL) will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Toronto Public Library (TPL) reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
