Employee Health Nurse - Full-Time

City of Thunder Bay • Thunder Bay, ON

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Lead with purpose. Champion well-being. Support a strong workforce. At the City of Thunder Bay, Our City Runs on People Like You. Together, we are building a workplace where everyone belongs—where your expertise in claims management, workplace accommodation, education and counselling will help develop, promote and administer health-related services to our employees. Here, you will champion employee well-being, develop and monitor rehabilitation and accommodation plans and provide comprehensive case management for employees. You’ll be part of a workplace that values respect, fosters growth, and promotes a culture of diversity, well-being, and collaboration. Thunder Bay offers more than a fulfilling career. With its natural beauty, affordability, and strong sense of community, it’s a city where you can grow personally and professionally.

Requirements

• Current unrestricted certificate of competence (registration in good standing) as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario; and three years’ experience in the occupational health field with a focus on abilities management; or
• Current unrestricted certificate of competence (registration in good standing) as a Registered Nurse or a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario, with one year in the occupational health field and possess an Occupational Health Nurse or Certified Disability Management Professional or Certified Return to Work Coordinator designation
• Understanding and working knowledge of insured disability plans, Ontario Human Rights Code as well as Workplace Safety and Insurance Board benefits and current WSIB/OH&SA legislation is required

Responsibilities

• Monitor treatment and rehabilitative progress and collaborate with insurers and healthcare providers to develop realistic and sustainable disability management plans.
• Direct and participate in the development of return-to-work strategies.
• Provide counselling to employees on health and wellness issues, and refer employees to appropriate resources.
• Lead and contribute to the development of individualized disability and rehabilitation strategies, maintaining regular communication with employees to facilitate recovery and return-to-work readiness.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary return-to-work planning, engaging appropriate stakeholders to develop individualized plans; identify and address systemic barriers; and support departments in identifying suitable modified or transitional work while evaluating outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Ensure claims are tracked, monitored, and analyzed, identifying trends and recommending or implementing appropriate corrective or preventative actions.
• Assess employee accommodation requests by reviewing medical documentation, functional abilities information, and workplace requirements; collaborate with relevant stakeholders to develop, implement, and monitor accommodation plans that support safe, suitable, preventative and productive accommodation.
• Coordinate occupational fitness testing programs and return-to-work assessments; evaluate and interpret results to support employee health and safety, job suitability, regulatory compliance, and informed hiring and placement decisions.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date records, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, professional standards, and relevant legislation.
• Act as a liaison and subject matter expert on health-related matters, facilitating effective communication between employees, healthcare providers, management, insurers, and union representatives.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant legislation, collective agreements, duties to accommodate and best practices, including human rights, abilities management, and occupational health and safety standards, ensuring consistent and compliant application.

Benefits

• A competitive salary that reflects your expertise
• A matching pension plan to help you build long-term financial security
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, plus life insurance for peace of mind
• Generous paid vacation and holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave days when you need more time off
• Access to a confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and wellness initiatives to support your overall health
• Leadership development and tuition reimbursement programs, so you can continue to grow your skills and career
• A culture of recognition and appreciation, with staff events and programs that celebrate your contributions
• The opportunity to lead a dedicated and talented team, who are highly respected within the Corporation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed