Advisor, Psychological Health & Wellness

Regional Municipality of Peel

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Our Team as an Advisor, Psychological Health & Wellness! Are you passionate about fostering a psychologically safe and well workplace? Do you thrive in developing strategic, impactful programs, and systems that support employees' mental well-being? If so, we want you to join the Region of Peel as an Advisor, Psychological Health & Wellness! Why Join Us? At the Region of Peel, we are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered. As an Advisor, Psychological Health & Wellness, you will play a crucial role in shaping and driving initiatives that promote and protect psychological safety, resilience, and well-being across all our diverse work environments.

Requirements

• A post-secondary degree in a health-related discipline (occupational health & safety, psychology, public health, nursing) with 5+ years of progressive experience in workplace psychological safety and wellness. Combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and influence both unionized and non-unionized workforces.
• Strong understanding of employment laws, health & safety regulations, and psychological health standards in the workplace.
• Expertise in program planning, evaluation, and policy development to drive meaningful change with relevance in diverse organizational context.
• Ability to engage diverse audiences, such as frontline and senior leadership, through effective corporate communication, facilitation, and relationship management.
• Solid skills in managing multiple initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Experience navigating municipal and government structures is an asset.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.
• Access to reliable transportation for travel between sites as needed.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through ensuring that people of all identities are supported to experience psychological health and well-being, including by practicing continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Implement Peel’ s Well-Being Strategy Initiatives – Develop and manage programs that enhance psychological health, including approaches to cultivate psychologically safe leadership, psychological protection, work-life integration, and other mental well-being initiatives.
• Ensure Compliance & Best Practices – Monitor legislation, corporate policies, and industry best practices to ensure a psychologically safe workplace.
• Manage Key Projects – Oversee approaches to collect and communicate employee safety and wellness data to strategically guide and facilitate leadership participation in monitoring and addressing psychological hazards and risks.
• Drive Organizational Change – Work closely with stakeholders to embed psychological safety and well-being into our evolving workplace culture through training, policy development, and proactive leadership.
• Analyze & Improve – Conduct research, assess workplace health trends, and develop data-driven solutions to enhance employee well-being.
• Lead & Collaborate – Supervise a small support team while working closely with and gaining buy-in from internal and external partners to foster a culture of psychological well-being.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plan (yes, even psychological health coverage) — starting on your very first day!
• OMERS Pension Plan: Automatic enrolment to help secure your future with peace of mind.
• Vacation Time That Grows: Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year— because work-life balance is important!
• Personal Days Just for You: Enjoy 3 paid personal days and floating holidays to recharge whenever you need.
• Wellness First: Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle and prioritize your health and well-being.
• Performance Pays Off: Annual performance reviews with merit increases — your hard work is recognized and rewarded!
• Supportive, Respectful Culture: Work in an environment where leadership truly cares and inclusivity is celebrated.
• Learning & Growth: Access to tuition reimbursement and tons of development resources to keep you growing — whether in your career or on a personal level.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level