Specialist, Psychological Health & Safety

Job Summary In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of PHSA, safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Specialist, Psychological Health & Safety (PH&S) reports to the Manager and is an innovator, knowledge translator, facilitator and change agent responsible for developing & delivering psychological health and safety educational programs, initiatives and written resources. The Specialist integrates formal psychological health and safety education, training and skills into the development, delivery and ‘operationalization’ of psychological health and safety concepts. In collaboration with the PH&S team, the Specialist designs, delivers and evaluates innovative educational strategies and programs such as: health promotion, e-learning related to the national standard for psychological health and safety in the workplace, core PH&S competency training for a range of all staff and customized learning modules and resources relevant for the diverse service delivery programs across PHSA. The Specialist assesses readiness for change, prepares leaders for and applies tool to assess and analyze current state psychological health & safety strengths and risks. Presents assessment findings to leadership and recommends an action plan that takes into account the clients constraints, completing demands and current realities. Recommends an effective and sustainable implementation plan utilizing evidence-based approaches and strategies that leaders can utilize to enhance the psychological health and safety of their work environment, and support employees who are experiencing psychological health issues or disorders. Incorporates strategies and approaches to encourage active, meaningful and effective participation of all workplace stakeholders in psychological health and safety planning and implementation. Enhances the competencies of leadership by providing education and supporting the development of skills and confidence to lead in psychologically safe and emotionally intelligent ways. As well, advocates for the value of PH&S workplaces and works to enhance the resilience of employees to promote a productive and well organization. Duties/Accountabilities Partners with operations leadership and members of the safety and prevention and human resources portfolio to support teams in adopting psychological health and safety principles and practices throughout PHSA. Partners with PHSA programs and services leaderships and Human Resources colleagues to design and apply best practice PH&S concepts, approaches, and tools. Provides education, consultation, guidance to Clinical and Senior Leaders on design, materials development and effective learning strategies that includes teaching, facilitation and simulation and provides on-the-job support to direct and non-direct care staff to support the implementation of the 15 factors associated with the National Standard for psychological health and safety in the workplace. Assists with PHSA wide implementation and coordination of initiatives. Establishes evaluation plans and models to ensure learning programs are meeting stated outcomes. Leads the development, implementation and maintenance of assigned competency-based learning programs and continuing education of staff, integrating these with practice standards. Ensures the development and updating of resources to support such education in order to develop and maintain staff competency for psychological health and safety and trauma informed practice. Provides advice and guidance to executive and front-line leadership about implementing PH&S strategies and how to foster psychologically healthy and safe workplaces based on assessing current culture, strategies and resources. Supports leaders with evidence-based approaches and strategies that they can utilize to enhance the psychological health and safety of their work environment, and support employees who are experiencing psychological health issues or disorders. Consults with external agencies, such as Health Care Unions, and other health authorities, as well as research and academic institutions for the purpose of creating and knowledge sharing PH&S education resources. Ensures specialized programs/projects deliverables are completed on time and on budget, as identified in the project plan. Identifies gaps and tracks key metrics as they relate to the project deliverables and provides consultation, guidance and support to designated project staff, contractors and stakeholders. Develops, revises, and maintains existing resource/courses and programs as well as new program/course/conference development. Advocates for and educates on the value and necessity of working towards improved psychological health and safety. Incorporates strategies and approaches to encourage active, meaningful and effective participation in psychological health and safety planning and implementation. Works to reduce or eliminate stigma about mental illness. Researches, writes, edits and produces communication content and promotion strategies, in collaboration with other PHS team members, to engage internal and external audiences on the issues, and, opportunities for psychological health and safety in health care. This includes newsletter articles, organizational bulletins, web content, intranet updates, speeches, briefing notes, video scripts, presentations and more. Designs and produces digital content such as graphics for social media, digital signage and presentations to support campaigns led by the psychological health and safety team. Liaises with stakeholders, including directors, managers, physicians and other experts within PHSA to develop a broad understanding of important issues related to PHS, challenges and strategic directions being undertaken. Fosters open dialogue between key stakeholders and communicates messages clearly and concisely to promote awareness of initiatives and contribute to creating a psychologically healthy and safe workplace for all employees, medical staff and leaders. Maintains knowledge of trauma informed approaches at a personal, practice and organizational level; embraces that cultural safety, diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to delivering exceptional care. Qualifications A Masters Degree in Education, Psychology or Counselling or a related field plus five (5) years of Learning & Development experience, including course design, material development and facilitation. Expertise in instructional design, delivery and evaluation methods for individuals and groups. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience/advanced certification in core aspects of psychological health and safety including: organizational psychology, coaching, motivational interviewing, health promotion, counselling and skills specific to supporting teams and individuals to create a psychologically healthy and safe workplace Strong interpersonal communication, leadership, strategic and innovative thinking, inspired coaching, interpersonal and influencing skills. A strong work ethic with the ability to effectively multi-task and meet deadlines. A consummate team player who will be willing to pitch in and co-facilitate and/or co-develop with team members. Commitment to, and demonstrated involvement in, continuous life-long learning. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Highly skilled with MS Office products, particularly Word, PowerPoint and Excel and other education-related tools and resources. Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas in simple terminology and the ability to negotiate and persuade others. Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff. Strong, positive team player with a collaborative work style. Systems thinking and political awareness are essential. Strong analysis and problem solving abilities required. Excellent organizational skills including the ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines. Must demonstrate LEADS Competencies (Leads Self, Engages Others, Achieves Results, Develops Coalitions, Systems Transformation).

Develop and deliver educational programs and resources to promote psychological health and safety across the organization. Partner with leadership to assess workplace risks and implement evidence-based strategies to enhance employee resilience and mental well-being.

Requires a Master's degree in Education, Psychology, or Counselling with at least five years of experience in Learning & Development. Candidates must have advanced certification or experience in organizational psychology and psychological health and safety.

• Change ManagementSouhaitée
• MS-OfficeSouhaitée
• CoachingSouhaitée
• Gestion de projetSouhaitée
• FacilitationSouhaitée
• interpersonal communicationSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Instructional Design
• Psychological Health & Safety
• Facilitation
• Change Management
• Course Development
• Organizational Psychology
• Coaching
• Motivational Interviewing
• Health Promotion
• Trauma Informed Practice
• Strategic Thinking
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Project Management
• MS Office
• Evaluation Methods
• Interpersonal Communication

• Healthcare
• Human Resources
• Education
• Management & Leadership
• Security & Safety

Formation minimale

Maîtrise

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

26 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level