Workplace Accommodation Co-ordinator

Workplace Accommodation Co-Ordinator TERM to September 7, 2026 Under the supervision and guidance of the Assistant Superintendent of Staff Support and Relations the Workplace Accommodation Co-ordinator is responsible for facilitating the safe and timely return of employees to the workplace following an injury or illness. This includes reviewing all medical documents, developing and implementing return to work plans, liaising with medical providers, and coordinating accommodations and modifications as necessary. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: •Develop and implement effective return to work plans for employees who have been injured or ill, in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams or medical providers, 3rd party insurance/WCB and Principals/Managers. •Monitor and report on the effectiveness of return to work plans, including any barriers or challenges encountered, and make recommendations for improvement. •Ensure timely communication with employees, Principals/Managers, insurance providers and medical providers throughout the return to work process. •Coordinate accommodations and modifications to the workplace or duties, as necessary, to support the safe and successful return of employees. •Collaborate with Team Members and Supervisors/Principals to complete ergonomic risk assessments and recommend solutions to identified risks. •Conduct ergonomic assessments of individual workstations or department work areas to identify potential risks and hazards and recommend solutions. •Liaise with Staff Support and Relations and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, including those related to privacy, disability, and worker's compensation. •Provide advice and guidance to Principals/Managers and employees on the return to work process and relevant legislation and policies. •Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation related to the return to work process. •Develop and facilitate training for staff and Principals/Managers. •Conduct research related to WSD’s return to work strategy and framework. •Prepare briefs, analyses and presentations as required. •Represent WSD at WCB Appeal Commission Hearings. Qualifications: completion of secondary education with additional course work in architecture How to apply: Click the button "Apply Online" and log into your account. First time users will be required to create a profile to apply. We thank all interested individuals, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Employment is subject to a clear Child Abuse Registry check and Police Information Check Winnipeg School Division has an Employment Equity policy which strives for the removal of barriers to the hiring, advancement, full inclusion, and fair representation of women, Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQQIA community, persons living with a disability and racialized people at all levels within the organization. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, preference will be given to qualified candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the Employment Equity groups. Winnipeg School Division will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants disabled by barriers during the interview and assessment process, upon request. About Winnipeg School Division WSD is one of Manitoba’s largest employers with over 6,000 full and part time employees in 84 locations including 79 schools (including one virtual school), two administrative buildings, a training centre, a buildings maintenance location and school bus depot and our fleet of almost 100 school buses. Every employee is vital in helping us achieve our purpose, vision, values and principles of learning to support the almost 30,000 students we serve. Joining Winnipeg School Division means getting the opportunity to work in schools in a variety of communities throughout Winnipeg that are culturally diverse and emphasize the inclusion of all students.

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, CA

Posted Date: 7/3/2025