Join Our Team
Imagine being part of an organization that adds value to our community, cares about its staff, and creates a supportive workplace environment. Starling Community Services (formerly Lutherwood) is a progressive, not-for-profit health and social service organization that strengthens people's lives by providing mental health, employment, and housing services to more than 16,000 people annually in Waterloo Region and Wellington County.
We need great people like you to help us realize our mission and support communities where everyone experiences mental wellness, opportunities for employment, a place to call home, and a sense of belonging.
One Full-Time Permanent Human Resources Generalist position available, working 37.5 hours per week. Starting on June 16, 2025.
What’s in It for You?
Job Band H (hourly wages): Min - $29.51, Mid - $32.04, Max - $36.32
A positive work culture, inclusive workplace policies, and employee wellness initiative.
Enrollment in a defined pension plan with the Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
Enrollment in our modular Health and Dental Benefits after 3 months of employment.
3 Weeks paid vacation (accumulated bi-weekly).
15 hours of personal time per year.
Paid sick time (accumulated monthly) to a maximum of 300 hours.
11 paid holiday benefits per year plus a floater day.
Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (no cost).
Discounted GRT passes through membership with Travel Wise.
Employee Referral Incentive Program.
Agency Orientation and Training modules.
Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
Staff appreciation events.
Your Role:
Provides Human Resources services to leaders and employees of the Agency.
Provides support and guidance to leaders and employees in relation to recruitment, leaves management, employee relations, and policy and procedure interpretation and compliance.
Advises and supports leaders and employees using a strength based and solution focused approach in problem solving.
Manages employee health-related claims such as WSIB, STD, LTD, Pregnancy and Parental leaves.
Assists leaders in the screening and recruitment of employees as required.
Prepares, writes and preliminary scores job descriptions and maintains the job evaluation system.
Works in alignment with the agency’s commitment to equity to further create a sense of belonging at the Agency.
Researches a variety of topics and legislation in relation to human resources issues and practices and makes recommendations to HR Director and leaders.
Assists leaders in the screening and recruitment of employees as required.
Responsible for maintaining and updating the agency Policy and Procedures electronic manual and informing employees of changes to such.
Your Talents and Experience:
Four years of experience in a Human Resources environment.
A certified human resources designation is an asset.
Knowledge of human resources practices, labour law, Health and Safety/WHMIS legislation and Employment Standards Act.
Previous experience in the delivery of employee training and development initiatives.
Alignment with the agency’s commitment to equity and able to build authentic relationships with staff, leaders, team members and community partners.
Proven ability to achieve high levels of customer service with adaptability, flexibility, and resiliency to manage quickly evolving needs of leaders and staff.
Highly developed verbal and written skills; works collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and intimate working knowledge of the Internet.
Experience working with Human Resource Information Systems an asset.
Please submit your application through BambooHR, in confidence, no later than 4 pm on May 20, 2025.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If you don't have every single requirement and the exact level of experience listed in our description, but the skills and experience needed for the role still resonate with you, please consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and quality; therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require any support submitting your application or during the interview process by contacting Human Resources at hr@starlingcs.ca or by calling 519-707-1958 ext. 1247.
Commitment to Equity
As a community agency delivering mental health, employment, housing, and senior services, Starling Community Services acknowledges Canada’s history of systemic racism, oppression, and the need for structural and institutional change. We are committed to continuously improving so that we may deliver equitable and accessible services to our entire community.
We are dedicated to embedding equity practices into the fabric of our organization, recognizing that this requires ongoing effort, education, and dialogue. Guided by our equity strategy, we are committed to providing equal opportunities for career advancement, professional development, and success for all staff, regardless of their identity or background.
