Senior Advisor
Your Opportunity:
The Sr. Advisor, Psychological Health & Safety is a key role in Employee Relations (ER), reporting directly to the Manager, Psychological Health & Safety (PHS) in ER. This position provides expert, senior level consultation, & strategic guidance on high risk or politically sensitive ER & PHS matters. The position is responsible for developing, promoting, & implementing policies, programs, & initiatives that foster psychologically safe, inclusive & respectful workplaces aligned with organizational goals. The Sr. Advisor offers expert senior level advice & training to HR specialists, centers of expertise, management, & other partners on complex issues related to the employer & employee relationship which intersect Human Rights & Occupational Health & Safety & employment legislation, organizational policies, and PHS standards. The role focuses on eliminating systemic barriers & building PHS workplaces. Key responsibilities include leading the development & implementation of programs, training, & resources based on evidence-based practices & industry standards; maintaining online tools & resource materials; & contributing to strategic planning, evaluation of integrated ER, HR & Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) programs. The Sr. Advisor builds strong collaborative relationships with operational leaders, HR & WHS teams. They will lead meetings, committees, & project teams while building organizational competence around PHS, & integrated HR & ER programs. The position also oversees data collection, analysis, & reporting to inform decision-making to develop action plans based on legislation & best practices. They also manage multiple projects & priorities, including audits, stakeholder engagement, program evaluations, prepare reports & recommendations for leadership.
Description:
The Sr. Advisor, Psychological Health & Safety is a key role in Employee Relations (ER), reporting directly to the Manager, Psychological Health & Safety (PHS) in ER. This position provides expert, senior level consultation, & strategic guidance on high risk or politically sensitive ER & PHS matters. The position is responsible for developing, promoting, & implementing policies, programs, & initiatives that foster psychologically safe, inclusive & respectful workplaces aligned with organizational goals. The Sr. Advisor offers expert senior level advice & training to HR specialists, centers of expertise, management, & other partners on complex issues related to the employer & employee relationship which intersect Human Rights & Occupational Health & Safety & employment legislation, organizational policies, and PHS standards. The role focuses on eliminating systemic barriers & building PHS workplaces. Key responsibilities include leading the development & implementation of programs, training, & resources based on evidence-based practices & industry standards; maintaining online tools & resource materials; & contributing to strategic planning, evaluation of integrated ER, HR & Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) programs. The Sr. Advisor builds strong collaborative relationships with operational leaders, HR & WHS teams. They will lead meetings, committees, & project teams while building organizational competence around PHS, & integrated HR & ER programs. The position also oversees data collection, analysis, & reporting to inform decision-making to develop action plans based on legislation & best practices. They also manage multiple projects & priorities, including audits, stakeholder engagement, program evaluations, prepare reports & recommendations for leadership.
- Transition Company: Health Shared Services
- Classification: Senior Advisor
- Union: Exempt
- Unit and Program: Employee Relations
- Primary Location: Focus Building
- Location Details: Eligible to work remotely within Alberta
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 23-JUN-2026
- Date Available: 13-JUL-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $38.73
- Maximum Salary: $66.42
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Undergraduate or post-secondary degree in HR, Organizational Psychology or related areas.
Additional Required Qualifications:
At least 7 years of experience at an advanced Advisor or Sr. Advisor level working in Psychological Health & Safety, Diversity & Inclusion, Respectful Workplaces and HR. A strong working knowledge of PHS, psychosocial factors and the psychological hazards and their associated controls.
Preferred Qualifications:
CPHR AB Designation. PHS Advisor training. Canadian Registered Safety Professional. Pattern of professional & personal development. Strong knowledge of ER, legislation & collective agreements. Expertise in critical thinking & navigating conflict. Skilled in project management, training development & deliver, communications, & relationship-building. Ability to manage complex & sensitive issues. Strategic & systems thinker with flexibility & cultural awareness.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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