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Assistant, Health & Safety Jobs in Vancouver, BC at YMCA BC
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Date Posted:
February 14, 2024
Position Title:
Assistant, Health & Safety (Co-op student)
Location:
Remote – option for hybrid.
New Westminster YMCA (620 Royal Avenue, New Westminster)
Travel as required for site visits and meetings within Greater Vancouver.
Terms:
Temporary (up to 6 months), Full-Time (35 hours per week)
Start Date:
As soon as possible
Rate:
$22.00 per hour
Reports to:
Manager, Health & Safety
Nature & Scope:
Working within the Health and Safety Department and under the direction of the Manager, Health & Safety, this role will assist with the ongoing improvement, maintenance, and implementation of YMCA BC’s Occupational Health and Safety Programs.
Major Responsibilities:
Participate in the planning and completion of various health and safety projects like Violence Prevention, First Aid, Emergency Preparedness, and Health & Safety procedures
Complete research and prepare summaries
Support completion of risk assessments, safe operating procedures, and safe work practices
Participate in site visits and support with outlining steps for corrective actions
Collaborate with safety team members to identify opportunities for improvement
Ensures adherence to all YMCA policies and procedures, and relevant health & safety legislation
Other related duties as assigned
Qualifications/Experience:
High School Diploma
Experience in Occupational Health & Safety is an asset
Enrolled in a recognized OHS Education Program at a Canadian Post-Secondary Institution
Attending full-time education and returning to studies or capstone project in the subsequent academic year
Strong ability to organize and prioritize work
Effective verbal and written communication
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to learn quickly and work independently
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Ability to maintain accurate records and with attention to detail
In good standing in an Undergraduate Degree Program or Technical School Diploma Program
Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date
Provide 3 professional references
YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Human Resources department.
About YMCA BC:
YMCA BC is a charity dedicated to strengthening the foundations of community, by nurturing the potential of children, teens & young adults, promoting healthy lifestyles, fostering a sense of social responsibility and delivering lasting personal & social change to grow in spirit, mind, and body.
Since January 2023, YMCA of Northern British Columbia, YMCA-YWCA of Kamloops and YMCA of Greater Vancouver are officially one association, with one mission to strengthen our impact for …
Title: Assistant, Health & Safety
Company: YMCA BC
Location: Vancouver, BC
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