HR Business Partner

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Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living, Long Term Care and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada.

Our Vision: For every person to feel at home. 

This is truly supported by our credo. “Let us welcome you home.” At Optima Living, we feel genuinely honoured to work with our residents and we advocate a person-centered approach where the resident is the focus of all our endeavours.  

Position Summary
As the HR Business Partner (HRBP) reporting to the Senior HR Manager, the HRBP will serve as a strategic partner to the business units, aligning HR strategies with business goals. Working from our office in downtown Edmonton, Alberta, the successful candidate will provide HR Support for communities in central and southern Alberta. This role involves advising management on human resource-related issues, acting as a consultant on HR-related matters, and helping to shape the organization's culture. The HRBP will collaborate with leadership to provide guidance on recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and organizational development.

Key Responsibilities  

• Collaborate with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that align with business objectives.
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing insights and solutions on HR-related issues.
• Partner with management to foster a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.

• Oversee the recruitment process, from job posting to candidate selection and onboarding.
• Develop talent management strategies to attract, retain, and develop top talent.
• Manage succession planning and career development initiatives.

• Address employee concerns and grievances in a timely and effective manner.
• Conduct investigations into employee complaints and recommend appropriate actions.
• Foster a positive work environment through employee engagement initiatives.

• Guide managers on performance appraisal processes and employee development plans.
• Implement performance improvement plans and provide coaching to managers and employees.
• Ensure consistent application of performance management practices across the organization.

• Develop and update HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Provide training to management and staff on HR policies and best practices.
• Monitor and report on HR metrics to measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives.

• Assist in the design and implementation of organizational change initiatives.
• Support leadership development and training programs to enhance managerial skills.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within the organization.

Qualifications and Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in progressive HR roles, with at least 3 years as an HR Generalist, Advisor or Business Partner
• Posses Valid Driver’s License
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Proficiency in HRIS and other HR software, Ceridian Dayforce experience is an asset
• Experience in a healthcare setting with multiple locations is an asset
• Experience working in a union environment is preferred
• Demonstrated excellent client service skills and superior interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrating strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive information with tact and discretion