Ergonomist & Risk Assessment Officer (RPT 0.2 FTE) at The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre

Position Information

Posting Number

ROM26-175E

Title

Ergonomist & Risk Assessment Officer (RPT 0.2 FTE)

Position Status

Regular Part-time

FTE

0.2

Job Schedule

Days

Department

Occupational Health & Safety

Union

OPSEU Local 479

Site

Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre

Level of Police Check

Criminal Record Check

About The Royal

As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education

The Ergonomics & Risk Assessment Officer coordinates, advises on, and supports the development and revision of MSD prevention and risk management programs, policies, and procedures, ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations. The role also applies ergonomics and risk management principles to enhance employee performance and well-being, including ergonomic assessments, workstation design, physical demands analysis, equipment evaluation, and workplace violence risk mitigation to reduce WSIB-related claims.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop policies and procedures for MSD prevention by maintaining knowledge of current trends, practices and related medical issues
• Ensure that all programs and initiatives meet legislative requirements and apply best practice standards
• Develop and implement ergonomic programs to identify and reduce risk of work related musculoskeletal disorders
• Develop and update furniture and equipment acquisitions standards. Maintain statistics, monitor trends, identify needs for interventions, further training, etc.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to evaluate renovation and new workspace designs
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and Physical Demands Analyses for specified roles
• Investigate MSD-related incidents, hazards, and concerns reported by staff, report findings, and provide employee education on MSD prevention
• Educate and train staff on injury prevention and potential risks, including Lifts and Transfers equipment training
• Collaborate with staff, management, OHSS, and JHSC to identify, assess, and control ergonomic and workplace hazards including violence risks while developing and implementing risk management strategies, guidelines, and in-house assessment tools to improve patient care and ensure staff and client safety in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Serve as a liaison with external providers as it relates to prevention and management of hazards associated with MSDs and violence

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Ergonomics, Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy
• Registered or eligible for registration with a regulated professional College in Ontario
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in risk management, ergonomic assessment and MSD prevention program development/delivery, preferably in a healthcare setting
• Working knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety legislation: the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations, WHMIS, Ontario Human Rights Code and other relevant safety legislation
• Knowledge of MSD & workplace violence prevention strategies and best practices in a health care setting to reduce risk factors
• Knowledge of collective agreements and working in a unionized environment
• Ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated skills in planning & delivering education/training programs to adults
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and facilitation skills
• Intermediate computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to deal effectively with internal and external customers
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Valid drivers license and access to a vehicle required

Language Requirements

• English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, comprehension, reading & writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered a strong asset

Salary Range

38.84 to 54.77 per hour

Additional Information

• All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications.
• The Royal sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest in a career with us; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
• All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre-condition of employment.
• The Royal Ottawa Health Care Group is committed to equity and inclusion in the workplace. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that a diverse workforce enhances the quality of care and organizational strength. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. Upon request, accommodations due to disability are available throughout the recruitment process.