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Position/Title
Public Member
Member (Part-Time)
Agency
Health Services Appeal and Review Board
Advertisement Date
07-Jul-2025
Closing Date
21-Jul-2025
File Number
PAS-250045
Position Type
Part-Time
Remuneration
PER DIEM
Roles and Responsibilities

The Health Services Appeal and Review Board (HSARB) is seeking candidates who are interested in being appointed as a part-time Public Member.

The HSARB is an independent quasi-judicial tribunal, established by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Appeal and Review Boards Act, 1998 to conduct hearings and related proceedings under twelve different health care statutes. The decisions being appealed to or reviewed by the Board include:

The public member is responsible for the adjudication of disputes among parties appearing before the Board pursuant to the governing legislation by using a variety of dispute resolution methods including facilitation and adjudication of disputes and the rendering of decisions. The member is also responsible for compliance with the Board's Code of Conduct and Ethics Plan for members of the Board. The member may carry out this responsibility alone as a single adjudicator or as part of a panel.

The public member:

  • Prepares for and conducts hearings or reviews, makes rulings and/or writes decisions and performs other duties as assigned by the Chair, in accordance with the governing statute and other applicable laws as well as within the policies, procedures and rules of practice developed by the Board.
  • Hears submissions and evidence and/or information presented by the parties to a dispute, and ensures that all issues are dealt with at the hearing or review.
  • Actively listens to comprehend interests and positions, which are sometimes difficult to ascertain.
  • Makes rulings necessary for the proper and expeditious conduct, control and completion of the case conference, hearing or review.
  • Reviews and analyzes all evidence, submissions, and/or information thoroughly and makes decisions based on the evidence and/or information and considers and applies relevant law.
  • Makes rulings and issues written decisions that are independent and free of outside influence.
  • Writes decisions in a timely manner, as established by the Member’s Code of Conduct.
  • Writes clear, well-written, soundly reasoned decisions, which are understandable.
  • Where the parties agree or where the law permits, facilitates a resolution between the parties and where directed to do so by the Chair, acts as a facilitator among parties by listening to the parties’ positions, defining underlying issues and interests, and focusing the parties’ attention on what a workable settlement would be.
  • May participate in case conferences to define and clarify issues in dispute.
  • May identify opportunities to resolve the dispute or specific issues in the dispute before moving on or continuing with a hearing or review.
  • Participates in initial training and stays current in the field by engaging in ongoing professional development, participating in scheduled and ad-hoc meetings of the Board and its members, as well as participating on committees and working groups related to the work of the Board.
  • Participates in meetings of the Board, and when requested to do so by the Chair or the Chair’s designate, in training and mentoring sessions and in committees established for the administration of the Board's role. From time to time, a member may be asked if they are willing to travel.
  • Complies with policies and practices set out by the Board to meet financial accountability and administrative requirements.
  • Works constructively and contributes to a collegial atmosphere at the Board by sharing knowledge, time and experience with other Board members.
  • Maintains positive, productive and appropriate relationships with stakeholders and all parties appearing before the Board.
  • Adheres to the Public Service of Ontario Act, 2006 (PSOA), specifically Part IV (Ethical Conduct), Part V (Political Activity) and Part II (Rules for Former Public Servants who worked in a Ministry) of Ontario Regulation 381/07 (the Regulation) of the PSOA.
  • Ensures equal access, fair treatment and due process in dispute resolution and hearing and review practices.
  • Deals with conflict and diverging interests while maintaining decorum, due process, and professional and respectful interactions among all participants.
  • Recognizes and deals appropriately with situations that may involve an issue of bias or conflict of interest in accordance with the Board's Code of Conduct, Ethics Plan and Conflict of Interest Rules.
  • Acts with integrity and honesty. Actions are guided by the best interests of the Board and the public.

To learn more about the Health Services Appeal and Review Board please go to https://www.hsarb.on.ca.

Government appointees deliver services and decisions in a non-partisan, professional, ethical and competent manner with a commitment to the principles and values of public service.

If appointed you will be subject to the Public Service of Ontario Act, 2006 and Conflict of Interest rules. Information is available on the Office of the Integrity Commissioner’s website: http://www.oico.on.ca/home. You may also be subject to other statutes, regulations, rules or directives that currently exist or may be established which are applicable to agencies, boards or commissions.

The Health Services Appeal and Review Board is an equal opportunity organization. We will accommodate your needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Qualifications

The Adjudicative Tribunals Accountability, Governance and Appointments Act, 2009 provides that all appointments shall be made through a competitive, merit-based process.

Public members are required to have the following abilities, skills and knowledge in order to carry out their responsibilities effectively:

  • Understanding of the professional, institutional and community context within which the HSARB operates;
  • Demonstrated understanding of the justice system and administrative law and the concepts of procedural fairness/natural justice;
  • Demonstrated analytical, conceptual, problem-solving, decision-making and writing skills;
  • Ability to listen and communicate clearly and effectively;
  • Ability to formulate reasoned decisions and communicate them orally and in writing in a timely manner;
  • Ability to work collaboratively with HSARB Members and staff;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven track record of conducting oneself professionally and with a high standard of integrity and ethical behaviour;
  • Impartiality and sound judgment to fairly assess cases involving issues regarding conflicting verbal/written evidence and/or information and in the context of hearings, the assessment of credibility;
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development to enhance expertise and remain current in the field;
  • Good organizational skills to manage a diverse workload with complex, ongoing processes;
  • Self-confidence/self-control and sensitivity to the diverse interests of all parties in order to maintain effective control in confrontational and stressful situations;
  • Commitment to respect diversity, and to maintain fair, transparent processes that meet high professional standards;
  • Ability and willingness for travel throughout the Province; and
  • Computer literacy.

Although not mandatory, a thorough understanding of medical practices would be an asset.

Indigenous candidates and those who have demonstrated experience in working with Indigenous individuals and communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

In addition, pursuant to the French Language Services Act, the organization has a statutory obligation to ensure that French services are provided in a manner that is clearly visible, publicized, easily accessible and of equivalent quality to those offered in English. Every person that comes before the board has a right to communication in French and to receive available services in French. As such, the Health Professions Appeal and Review Board is actively seeking candidates who are able to conduct hearings, communicate as necessary and adjudicate in French. Bilingual (French and English) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Successful bilingual candidates may undergo an assessment to determine language proficiency and ability to deliver French Language Services.

We thank all interested applicants, but only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please Note

The HSARB is committed to building a membership that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, respectful and equitable organization.

We invite all qualified candidates 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.

Some Restrictions Apply – Applicants Must:

  • Not be employed in the public service of Ontario or in a Crown agency as defined in the Crown Agency Act;
  • Notify the Minister if the applicant has been found guilty of fraud under the Criminal Code (Canada) or of an offence under the laws of Canada or a province or territory that is relevant to his or her suitability to sit as a member, unless the finding of guilt is for an offence for which he or she has received a pardon.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy page to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer workplace accommodation consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code as well as any accommodation that may be required across the recruitment process. If contacted for a recruitment opportunity and you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the interview process, please contact us at hsarb@ontario.ca to make your needs known in advance.

Term
2 years
Appointment is by Order in Council for an initial period of up to two years and is subject to renewal for a maximum of 10 years in a given position, upon the recommendation of the Chair.
Time Commitment
Meet as required
Part-time, to be scheduled as necessary
Expenses
Yes
Public members are eligible to receive $472 per day. Appointees will receive reimbursement for reasonable expenses in accordance with the Management Board of Cabinet's Travel, Meal and Hospitality Expenses Directive.
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