Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Employee Health & Wellness, the Employee Health & Wellness Specialist is responsible for administering the University’s employee non-occupational sick leave, disability management, accommodations, return to work, and wellness programs. As a first point of contact on sick leave, accommodation and wellness matters, the Specialist provides advice and guidance regarding the interpretation of all related policies, programs, collective agreements and applicable legislation. The Specialist completes the full cycle of disability management and accommodations to ensures all policies and programs are applied in a fair, effective, compassionate and consistent manner. The Specialist uses a high level of discretion and sound judgement in dealing with confidential Human Resource information and demonstrates independence and problem solving ability in dealing with internal and external stakeholders. This role employs best practice pri...