BC Hydro Looking for HR Advisor – Health & Recovery Services at Vancouver, BC Full Time

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Providing clean electricity to 4 million customers takes a diverse workforce and that’s where you come

in. We need your talent to help us build major projects to meet growing demand. To help our

customers find clean energy solutions for their homes and businesses and to be ready to respond

during storms and outages to keep our system reliable.

Working for BC Hydro is meaningful. And now, the stakes have been raised as we work towards a

solution to climate change while safely providing clean, affordable electricity to our customers.

We offer a healthy work life balance, training opportunities and career progression. We’re proud to be

ranked as one of B.C.’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. Join us as we

build an even cleaner B.C.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Duties:

• In collaboration with the Manager, Health and Recovery Services, this role will lead the team’s

strategic and operational objectives related to employee wellbeing and supporting our 5-year

strategy to build resilience and agility.

• Designs, develops, and implements best practice and evidence-based intervention approaches

for health promotion and disease prevention initiatives and ensures integration of programming

into all health and recovery services and processes and other HR programs where appropriate.

• Manages the day-to-day operations and vendor support for the health promotion services and

providers including providers for EFAP, fitness centre management, campaigns, and digital health

resources.

• Ensures effective program evaluation and reporting measures are in place, supporting effective

and regular quarterly and annual reporting on program utilization and outcomes.

• Develop and implement communication plans that support the roll out of health promotion

programs and campaigns.

• Evaluate utilization, progress and effectiveness of health promotion programs, campaigns and

services and make recommendation for evolution of new programs to support changing

landscape.

• Develop content, curriculum and deliver education and training on issues related to health and

wellbeing (i.e., mental health) and partners with stakeholders in the development and delivery of

targeted mental health training.

• Build internal advocates/champions and develops strategy for strengthening these networks and

collaborating with other networks (from Health and Wellness Rep network, Employee Resource

Groups, through to the business).

• Maintains and builds professional networks related to workplace health promotion to stay current

with best practices in the industry and remain knowledgeable of potential opportunities for BC

Hydro.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (e.g., Health Sciences, Public Health, Human

Resources, Disability Management, etc.)

• A minimum of five years of comprehensive experience specific to workplace wellbeing program

development and management (or an equivalent combination of experience and specialized

education) ideally within an intermediate to large, unionized environment. Experience in providing

these services in a utility industry is an asset.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience in developing and delivering workplace mental health programming and training is an

asset.

• Strong leadership, interpersonal and relationship building skills and the ability to work with and

influence people at all levels of the organization.

• Proven ability to think strategically and align programs and services with broader organizational

direction.

• Demonstrated knowledge and application of workplace health promotion, behaviour change and

population health-based theories and models.

• Experience in program development, management, process design and evaluation.
• Superior problem-solving skills, effective decision-making ability, consulting skills.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Proven ability to transfer knowledge (gained through formal and informal research) and stay

aware of current trends and technical advancements.

• Time management skills are a must; as well as the ability to be flexible and creative.
• A proven ability to exercise confidentiality, discretion, and sound judgement.
• Ability to travel throughout BC including air travel.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license, ability to drive and access to a motor vehicle.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We’re always looking for exceptional people to bring new ideas, fresh thinking and the motivation

to help shape the electricity system in B.C. It’s an exciting time to be a part of our team as we

invest in our system and prepare to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Our values guide our work. Want to join us?

We are safe.

We are here for our customers.

We are one team.

We include everyone.

We act with integrity and respect.

We are forward thinking.

BC Hydro is an equal opportunity employer.

We include everyone. We welcome applications from anyone, including members of visible

minorities, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual

orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively

engage with diverse communities.

We are also happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the selection process and

while working at BC Hydro. If you require support applying online because you are a person with a

disability, please contact us at [email protected]

BC Hydro has a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that requires employees to have a full series of

COVID-19 vaccine and provide proof of vaccination on request. This Policy is currently suspended

but may resume at BC Hydro’s discretion. While the Policy is suspended, all new employees are

required to disclose their vaccination status to BC Hydro.

Flexible work model role definitions

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Our four role types identify the degree of flexibility an employee could have to work from home

based on the type of work they do. The flexibility for an individual job is up to the manager for

each position and the operational requirements. Employees also have the right to work full-time

from the office if they prefer. All of our roles require at least some in-person time.

IBEW/Field – No option to work from home

Resident – Works primarily (4+ days per week) in the office.

Hybrid – May be able to work from home up to 3 days per week.

Remote – Works from home 4+ days per week

HOW TO APPLY

Don’t forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your

certifications. If applicable, include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the

necessary information to assess your application without any delays.

Date Posted: 2023-02-14 Closing Date: 2023-03-01