Human Resources Specialist

The ASK Wellness Society is an Accredited, not-for-profit organization. Through the generous support of funders, we assist those who are marginalized and at-risk to strengthen the communities we serve (Kamloops, Merritt, and Penticton). We provide housing and support to those who are facing or at risk of homelessness and support those who may use substances, or who require mental health supports, harm reduction, or health education. Ultimately, we aim to provide the skills to re-enter the workforce.

Position Summary: The Human Resources Specialist works in collaboration with Operations, Communications and Finance and is responsible for implementing and executing human resource initiatives including but not limited to performance management, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, compensation, training, on-boarding and recruitment. This position is an integral part of a busy and dynamic non-profit society.

What We Offer:

• Competitive benefits including but not limited to dental, vision, physiotherapy, massage, and fertility upon eligibility
• Municipal Pension Plan upon eligibility
• On-site training and development opportunities such as Violence Prevention, Cultural Awareness and 2SLGBTQ+ training
• A culture of equality, inclusion, and diversity including paid cultural sensitivity days
• Accidental death insurance and Wellness plan benefit
• Vacation entitlements for Part-Time and Full-Time employees

Typical Duties Include:

• Complete full cycle recruiting including but not limited to managing job postings and maintenance, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, conducting interviews, conducting reference checks, preparing, and presenting employment offers.
• Maintain human resources information including but not limited to employee files, training requirement tracking, probation tracking, onboarding documentation as well as related records systems in accordance with Society policies and procedures.
• Implement and execute all human resource initiatives including performance management, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, compensation, training, and recruitment.
• Assist with developing and maintaining human resources software used for recruiting, onboarding and online learning.
• Assist with ensuring Employee’s Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) documentation is valid and up to date.
• Develop strong relationships with both employees and management while ensuring organizational consistency and that policies and procedures are being followed.
• Assist with reviewing and solving employee relations concerns and providing information and recommendations to the Director of Human Resources.
• Assist with Employee property set up such as but not limited to phones, laptops, and tablets.
• Monitor and maintain yearly staff recognition awards and employee referrals.
• Plan and participate in job fairs and/or recruitment events and activities.
• When requested, be a member of the Society’s Performance and Quality Improvement (PQI) team.
• Ensure compliance with all Society policies and procedures.
• Other duties which may or may not be outlined within this job description.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Human Resources Management and/or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of Human Resources experience.
• CPHR Designation or equivalent considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Employment Standards and WorkSafe an asset.
• Must be familiar with Office 365 and SharePoint
• Experience with managing/navigating a Learning Management System (LMS) and/or Applicant Tracking System (ATS) an asset.
• Good communication, documentation, interpersonal and conflict management skills.
• Must be comfortable working in close quarters with a team.
• Must be able to prioritize and plan work activities as to use time efficiently.
• Must be organized, self-motivated, accurate, thorough, and able to monitor work for quality.
• Ability to work within a team-based environment involving multi-agency supports.
• Understands and maintains professional boundaries.
• Must pass an acceptable criminal record check for the vulnerable sector.
• Readiness to complete in-house online training within the first month of employment.
• It is noted that this is a pet friendly environment.