Manager of Human Resources

Position Title: Manager of Human Resources
Classification: Management
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Position Status: Permanent, Fulltime
Salary: $80,000 - $84,0000

PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Human Resources Manager has overall responsibility for planning, developing, leading, supervising, implementing, and monitoring of all aspects of human resources for CMHA Algoma. The Human Resources Manager is an influential leader who can build and sustain resilient teams and who advocates for and implements continuous improvements. The Human Resources Manager utilizes strategic thinking in areas such as agency staffing planning, setting performance targets, developing work plans, facilitating and sustain excellent labour relations, leading collective bargaining and building valuable external relationships and succession planning. The Human Resources Manager carries out these responsibilities in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of CMHA Algoma, relevant legislation and regulations and organizational policies, to promote the delivery of efficient and high-quality services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Oversees and sustains effective human resources and labour relations management, including HR Information and Records Management, compensation and benefits administration, policy and procedures, labour relations, performance management, community relations and advocacy and organizational responsibilities.
• Exhibits exemplary professional conduct.
• Engages in effective internal and external relationships with all staff, clients and volunteers of the organization, other organizations, and the community.
• Promotes and supports a safe work environment.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Certification & Experience
• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in related discipline such as business, Industrial Relations, Human Resources Management
• Certified Human Resources Leader designation and a member in good standing with the Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA)
• Mandatory WSIB certification as Joint Health and Safety Committee Representative
• Training in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST), Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) and First Aid/CPR is strongly preferred
• Minimum of five years experience in human resources management position in a unionized environment
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Experience/knowledge providing human resources services in a not-for-profit agency, preferably in mental health
• Experience/knowledge of applicable legislation
• Knowledge of community mental health supports and services
• Knowledge of Police Vulnerable Sector Check processes and consent management in a health care environment
• Experience/knowledge of budgets and budget processes, preferably managing a functional budget and working within government funding finance requirements
• Experience/knowledge of change management theory, conflict and dispute resolution practices, workplace investigations, project management principles
• Experience/knowledge in contract negotiations
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and written communication skills
• Ability and flexibility to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience/knowledge of electronic client information systems and safety practices for staff working in the community
• Experience/knowledge with statistical reporting and funder reporting requirements
• Experience/knowledge of universal precautions, legislated and agency health and safety practices
• Experience/knowledge of AODA legislative requirements and privacy legislation and requirements
• Excellent computer skills and competency in software applications, including MS Office and SAGE HR
• Demonstrated ability to engage in reasonable self-care strategies that incorporate balancing work/life responsibilities
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
Other
• Acceptable Police Vulnerable Sector Check upon hire and to be maintained throughout employment
• Ability to provide effective client services in English and French, is preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Able to meet the essential physical requirements of the position including the ability to work in an office setting and sit for long periods during meetings, keyboard for lengthy periods
• Working conditions include multiple competing demands with stress at times, deadlines, and a strong need for time management.

HOW TO APPLY
Please submit a resume and cover letter to Laura McLennan of Edgepath Talent Solutions at [email protected] no later than April 15, 2024, at 4:00pm.

CMHA values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. CMHA is committed to providing employment accommodations in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.