Compensation Pay Range:
$42.02-$49.44
Job Description:
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Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.
CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system.
Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that’s provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO’s Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children’s health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada’s best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024, 2025 and 2026 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada’s Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Work with key stakeholders within CHEO to coordinate the workplace violence prevention strategy in keeping with CHEO’s “Safety First” priorities.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct /coordinate departmental workplace violence (WVP) hazard and risk assessments, in collaboration with the Joint health and Safety Committee (JHSC) at onsite and offsite locations.
Conduct /Facilitate root cause analysis (RCA) on WVP-related adverse events as indicated by CHEO’s care review committee (CRC) and other departments as identified.
Review and follow up on staff incident/hazard reports - ensure appropriate classification of events and corrective action occurs.
Monitor and track violent incidents to determine level of potential risk to patients' staff and visitors/organizational reputation.
Prepare and analyze data and reports related to the effectiveness of occupational safety programs. This includes developing and assessment of key indicators and recommending appropriate program strategies.
Coordinate WPV prevention committee.
Work closely with quality improvement team to ensure corporate strategy goals and objectives are in place, including contributing to the Corporate Harm Index
Participate as a resource member to the Joint Health and Safety Committee at Smyth and at offsite locations.
Assist the Manager, Occupational Safety to develop and update policies and procedures for program operation.
Network with community partners, networks (including Solutions for Patient Safety) and consultants (PSHSA) regarding workplace violence prevention and occupational safety best practices..
Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of occupational safety programming and policies, to meet legislative/regulatory requirements and best practices.
Provide subject matter expertise in the interpretation and application of workplace violence legislation and policy to senior management, managers, JHSC’s and Representatives.
Coordinate workplace violence training components to ensure all elements are in place.
Review and collaborate on physical/mechanical restraint program (e.g. training, standard work, policies)
Participate in Code White training program and Security training program.
Participate in non-violent crisis intervention (NVCI) training.
Perform work in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all CHEO corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.
Perform other related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or in progress (Essential)
Minimum of a two (2) year Diploma program from an accredited college (Essential)
Completion of the Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) training or awareness of the NVCI training program (Preferred)
Completion of a psychological first aid training program (Preferred)
Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) designation (Preferred)
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience with direct patient care related to dealing with Workplace Violence Prevention in a healthcare environment (Essential)
Experience in teaching and facilitating training courses (Preferred)
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and healthcare regulations.
Demonstrated knowledge of regulations related to least restraint policies.
Demonstrated general knowledge of corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to health and safety.
Demonstrated computer and word processing skills, basic office and clerical skills.
Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail.
Flexible approach to work demands.
Demonstrated ability to adjust priorities.
Criminal Record Check (Level 1) (Essential)
Bilingualism (French/English) (Preferred)
Timeline may be extended or shortened based on operational needs
Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.
Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.
Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.
Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
