Specialist Accommodations

Position #:
Expected Start Date: March 23, 2026
Union: OOS
Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority
City/Town: Saskatoon
Department: Accommodations and Attendance Management Rural
Type: Full-time temporary
Expected Up to Date: March 28, 2027
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days, Standby
Hours of Work: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Field Hours: No
Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment
Travel Required: Yes
Job Description: Accomodations & Attendance Management Specialists are responsible for providing advanced knowledge as a strategic partner and subject matter expert in the design, delivery and implementation of human resource services and strategies to improve operations, achieve goals and resolve issues. The Specialist provides guidance and support for all return to work and/or accommodations and attendance issues including external insurance providers, CBA interpretations, validating, questioning and requesting additional medical information, grievance procedures including arbitrations, and policy development. They will develop and provide education for physicians, managers, union representatives, and employees with regard to the accommodation and attendance programs and processes. The Specialist demonstrates strong leadership to enable an innovative and positive working climate and a client-centric culture. The Specialist must work cross functionally within the portfolio and across the organization to support operations. The Specialist will develop partnerships and work closely with system and community partners.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Experience

• 3 years experience in health care and/or disability or attendance management

Education

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in a health related field
• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
• Social Work diploma (DipSW)
• Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin)
• Master of Social Work (MSW)

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Disability Support Worker certificate is acceptable
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Competencies

• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Analytical skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example

Knowledge and Abilities

• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system

Other Information

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