Health & Safety Practicum Student/Volunteer

Closer to Home Community Services•Calgary, AB

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a great opportunity for a student or volunteer pursuing a career in Health and Safety. In this role, you will report directly to our Compliance Officer. You will work in a professional office setting and occasionally travel to our local program sites. Using our agency's core approach (the Teaching Family Model), you will assist with maintaining the organization’s Occupational Health & Safety Management System. This is an unpaid, temporary position based on your work/school schedule, following a daytime routine with occasional flexible hours for audits and inspections.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a career or experience in Occupational Health and Safety, Emergency Management, Human Resources, or any other related field.
Proficient at using Google tools (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail) and comfortable learning new computer tracking systems.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines at once.
Strong written and spoken communication skills, with the ability to keep private information confidential.
Respectful of different cultures, heritages, and spiritual beliefs.
A Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search and an Intervention Record Check must be completed prior to commencement (any records must be disclosed before hire).

Nice To Haves

Access to a reliable vehicle is an asset, along with $2M third-party liability insurance.

Responsibilities

Support workplace inspections by preparing checklists, recording findings, and tracking corrective actions.
Assist with hazard assessments and hazard identification activities.
Help investigate incidents, near misses, and injuries by gathering information and maintaining records.
Maintain OHS records, databases, and electronic filing systems.
Assist in monitoring compliance with Alberta Occupational Health and Safety legislation and organizational policies.
Support emergency preparedness activities, including updating emergency plans and evacuation information.
Help coordinate OHS committee meetings, prepare agendas, record minutes, and track action items.
Assist with the development of safety bulletins, newsletters, posters, and employee awareness materials.
Support orientation and training initiatives by preparing materials and tracking completion records.
Help update and organize OHS policies, procedures, and related documentation.
Assist with licensing, accreditation, and regulatory documentation as required.
Help monitor inspection schedules for fire extinguishers, first aid supplies, emergency equipment, and other safety-related items.
Compile OHS statistics and prepare reports, charts, and dashboards.
Conduct research on health and safety best practices and emerging legislation.
Participate in special projects related to continuous quality improvement, risk management, and workplace safety.
Collaborate with managers and program staff to promote a positive safety culture.
Perform other administrative and project-related duties in support of the Occupational Health & Safety program.