Discover the challenges and rewards of making a difference in the lives of Ontarians through providing education and advice to non-unionized workers in relation to workplace health and safety laws. The Office of the Worker Adviser (OWA) is a dedicated and professional team and we look forward to enriching our team with your health and safety expertise, particularly as it relates to Workplace Insurance Safety Board (WSIB) guidelines and claims.
Why work for us?The Office of the Worker Adviser operates as part of the Ontario Public Service (OPS) which is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.
We offer:
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Hybrid work arrangements
• Collegial and professional work culture
• Career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• On-the-job training to support your success in the role
NOTE: The current hybrid work model requires attendance at the work site 3 days per week.
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Visit the
OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the
OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's
Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
About the job
As part of this professional team, you will:
• work on files from early resolution up to and including Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal (WSIAT) appeals and hearings
• give advice, and educate, workers and worker organizations
• co-ordinate multiple cases using a case management system
• investigate circumstances of claim by obtaining and analyzing relevant information and conducting interviews
• advise and direct injured workers, survivors, their families and community partners regarding issues and evidence required for a successful resolution
• advocate and present cases on behalf of clients at all appeal levels
• prepare clients and witnesses for hearings or appeals
• make written or oral presentations to Appeals Resolution Officers and WSIAT panels
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• You are licensed by the Law Society of Ontario and entitled to provide legal services in Ontario;
OR
• You are currently employed with the Office of the Worker Adviser (OWA) or the Office of the Employer Adviser (OEA) and covered by the exemptions for the stated offices, as determined by the Law Society of Ontario.
• You must possess oral and written French language skills at the advanced level. Your proficiency level will be confirmed before hire
Communication Skills
• You possess well-developed oral communication and advocacy skills to make effective arguments before adjudicative bodies (e.g. courts and tribunals), interview/examine witnesses and communicate complex information
• You have demonstrated written communication skills to make effective arguments, articulate issues and obtain complex information and evidence.
, gather and assess case information and develop case strategies and arguments.
Research and Analytical Skills
• You proven research and analytical ability to interpret and apply legislation, caselaw, policies and procedures in developing case strategies and determining appropriate legal remedies.
Case Management and Organizational Skills
• You can manage a caseload and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment proactively and independently.