Position Summary

Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking an Advisor, Violence Prevention to join our Workplace Health & Safety department.

In accordance with the established vision, mission, and values of Northern Health, the Advisor, Violence Prevention participates as a key member of the Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) team and works to strengthen Northern Health’s Culture of safety. The position works with all levels of staff in delivery of violence prevention programs and works closely with Operational Leaders to ensure organizational and department objectives are met as they relate to violence prevention. The incumbent is accountable for coordinating, administering, and evaluating the Violence Prevention Program. The Advisor provides key input into the development, implementation and evaluation of new initiatives that promote safe work practices and working environments, with emphasis on violence prevention by way of improving worker safety through advising management on recommendations for Health Authority-wide and site-specific violence prevention initiatives. The Advisor is a skilled facilitator and supports the delivery of violence prevention train the trainer framework that enhances safe work practices and working conditions. Work may include investigating incidents or other violence prevention issues and advises on hazard control measures. In addition, the Advisor leads, coordinates, and participates in Violence Risk Assessments (VRA) for assigned areas, sites, or programs. The Advisor provides subject matter expertise in violence prevention including the development and administration of programs throughout Northern Health.

The salary range for this position is $76,111 (min) to $95,138 (midpoint) to $109,409 (max) per annum, based on 1.0 FTE. Northern Health typically establishes salaries within the minimum and midpoint of the salary range based on qualifications, experience of the applicant, and an internal equity review of the salaries of other employees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (e.g. OH&S) plus three (3) to five (5) years of related progressive health and safety experience in a large complex organization or a diploma plus five (5) to seven (7) years of related progressive health and safety experience in a large complex organization.
• Demonstrated experience, knowledge and achievements relating to prevention of violence in the workplace.
• Experience performing Risk Assessments and/or providing violence prevention training is preferred.

Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of current health and safety legislation, regulations, and statutes
• Knowledge of OH&S best practices and trends
• Working knowledge, understanding and expertise in violence prevention including Trauma Informed Practice principles.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and delegate work to meet deadlines.
• Skilled facilitator in violence prevention education and training.
• Exhibit a passion for safe and healthy workplaces and possess the expertise and vision to enhance our workplace violence prevention initiatives and programs.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible to changing priorities and demands.
• Ability to work interdependently and be guided by standards of practice, WorkSafeBC regulations and Northern Health standards.
• Collaborative problem solving and critical decision-making experience that reflects a preventative focus.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and engage others to ensure success in the workplace.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of a team and to work independently.
• Commitment to the value of continuous learning and an open curiosity for new ideas and innovation.
• Ability to prepare professionally written reports, letters, and emails.
• Ability to present proposals.
• Ability to use related equipment including the word processing, spreadsheet, database and internet tool.

Where you will be working:
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More about Northern Health
Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants

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