Position Overview

Reporting to the Manager - Occupational Safety & Health, the Musculoskeletal Injury (MSI) Prevention Education Facilitator participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of the Safe Client Handling and Injury Prevention Program (SCHIPP) for direct care provider staff. The role encompasses the identification of risk prevention of musculoskeletal injuries in all facets of the region. The incumbent works as a member of the Human Resources Team and participates in the selection, training and supervision and evaluation of supplementary training staff/volunteers.

The incumbent will exercise the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.

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