Val Henderson

Since 1994 I have acted as an outsourced VP/Director of Human Resources with dozens of companies in all industries in Vancouver. My clients work with me as needed – some retain me for a set number of hours each month, others for specific projects, and others call me once in a while. All have seen positive results and been very pleased working with me. Generally these clients have up to 100 employees and as such are not ready for a full-time HR person, or in these times wish to have HR only on an “as needed basis.”

My specific work includes:

- Starting up an HR function from scratch – implementing best practices
- Mentoring current employees to take on the HR function in-house (or hiring a full-time HR person and mentoring them to replace me)
- Establishing performance management plans that improve overall company performance
- Developing overall strategy with the senior management team, incorporating comprehensive hiring and development plans
- Transitioning organizations through downsizing
- Ensuring the company meets and exceeds employment legislation
- Interviewing and recruiting quality employees whose values match the company’s
- Training employees in a variety of important skills such as communication, conflict resolution and supervision
- Providing a confidential resource for employees or supervisors requiring assistance

I have worked with dozens of Vancouver companies, and have impeccable references. Some of these clients have worked with me for many years. My website is www.effectivehr.ca.

Specialties: HR Start-Up, Performance Management, Soft Skills Training