Human Resources Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Vanier Childrens Mental Wellness is proud to be recognized across Southwestern Ontario as a trusted leader in childrens mental health. We are the Lead Agency for Child and Youth Mental Health System planning in our region. Weve been here for families, for more than 60 years, offering innovative care and support for children and youth who are facing emotional and behavioural challenges.

As a registered charity and not-for-profit organization, we are funded by the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. We deliver culturally responsive, accessible mental health services to children, youth, and families while providing system leadership and advocating to improve care in our community.

Position Summary:

Here we grow again! Are you ready to shape the future of work in a dynamic, people-first organization? As our HR Manager, youll be at the heart of building a thriving workplace culture that balances innovation with accountability. This is not just an administrative role; its a chance to lead meaningful change and ensure our teams feel supported, valued, and empowered.

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, you will lead a broad portfolio of HR operations spanning talent acquisition, onboarding/offboarding, compliance and documentation, and EDIB initiatives. Working across both union and non-union employee groups, this role provides a unique opportunity to tackle complex challenges, foster collaboration, and implement strategies that have a lasting impact on organizational culture and employee experience.

Education/Training/Experience:

• Bachelors degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5 years of progressive HR experience, including union relations.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, quality improvement, and policy development.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• A passion for building inclusive, engaging, and future-ready workplaces.
• Certified Human Resources Leader or Certified Human Resources Executive (CHRP or CHRE).
• Highly proficient with Microsoft 365 applications (Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, Teams).

Role and Responsibilities:

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes with a focus on the employee experience.
• Drive performance management and training programs that unlock potential across all levels.
• Partner with union representatives to resolve grievances and support collective bargaining.
• Ensure compliance with employment law, health and safety standards, and organizational policies.
• Champion EDIB (Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging) initiatives to foster a culture of respect and belonging.
• Use HR analytics to monitor workforce trends, attendance, and engagement, turning data into actionable insights.
• Collaborate with leadership to align HR strategies with organizational goals and related projects.

Requirements:

• A valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle
• 2 Step TB test
• Vulnerable Sector Check/Broad Record Check

Schedule:

• 35-hour work week.
• Monday- Friday
  
  

Benefits:

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Extended Health Care
• Dental Plan
• Vision Care
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Starting at 4 Weeks Vacation
• Statutory Holidays, including a Float Day
• Free On-Site Parking

Vanier is committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages women, 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous persons, persons with a disability and members of visible minority groups to apply.

Vanier is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to this process, please advise the organization's representative of your need for accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Vanier is committed to taking every reasonable precaution to protect employees, our clients/families and the healthcare systems in the communities in which we serve.

While we appreciate your interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose.