Intern, Health & Safety

Position Title: Intern, Health & Safety

Job Requisition ID: 45531

Career Group (ADSP): Administration

Division: Human Resources (01000177)

Department: Human Resources

Work Location: ON - 5559 DUNDAS STREET W

Province: Ontario

The typical salary range for this position is $36 200.00 - $54 400.00 annually. The base salary offered will be determined based on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity considerations.

This position is an existing temporary, full-time position, ending August 28, 2026.

SUMMARY:

Responsible for daily administration of all Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Claims (WSIB), including the data entering of all preliminary information regarding employee accidents into the Parklane system and responding to inquiries about claims. Represents the Company's interests through written correspondence to WSIB and gathers information regarding objections to claims.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Open and distribute the department mail.
• Contacts WSIB to obtain claim numbers and decisions.
• Ensures all department filing is updated, including a purge of closed files.
• Reviews accident investigations, ensures all necessary information is current, follows-up with the store to obtain necessary information.
• Ensures all required forms are completed in a timely manner and sent to WSIB.
• Contacts the worker to set up immediate modified Return to Work programs.
• Prepares correspondence to WSIB regarding worker's objection to immediate accommodation.
• Writes letters to WSIB regarding objection or request for Second Injury and Enhancement Fund (SIEF).
• Respond to claims inquiries from all levels including store management, injured workers, HR staff and WSIB staff.
• Completes WSIB requested employer reports.
• Maintains contact with WSIB regarding letters of objection.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College study (2 years) in a relevant field
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office
• General H.R. knowledge, especially Workers Compensation and WSIB legislation