Bilingual Diabetes Educator (Nurse or Dietitian) – Community Diabetes Education Program of Otta[...]

Centretown Community Health Centre; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Une institution de santé communautaire recherche un éducateur en diabète bilingue pour éduquer et soutenir les patients sur la gestion du diabète. Ce poste exige une expertise en soins infirmiers ou en nutrition, une forte capacité de communication, et une sensibilité aux divers besoins de la population. Un environnement de travail dynamique et collaboratif avec des équipes multidisciplinaires est assuré. Les candidats doivent être prêts à travailler dans divers lieux à Ottawa et doivent être complètement vaccinés contre la COVID-19.

Benefits

Plan de pension Healthcare of Ontario

Avantages sociaux inclus

Qualifications

• Minimum de deux ans d'expérience en éducation et gestion du diabète.
• Doit être bilingue en anglais et français.
• Disponibilité pour travailler certains soirs et week-ends.

Responsibilities

• Livrer et promouvoir le programme d'éducation sur le diabète à Ottawa.
• Fournir une éducation individuelle et en groupe aux adultes atteints de diabète.
• Collaborer avec les médecins et endocrinologues de la communauté.

Skills

Communication écrite

Communication verbale

Sensibilité aux besoins d'une population diverse

Prise d'initiative en groupe

Compétences interpersonnelles

Compétences organisationnelles

Education

Baccalauréat en soins infirmiers ou en nutrition

Certification en éducation au diabète

Certificat de RCR

Tools

Systèmes informatiques basés sur Windows

Microsoft Word

Job description

Bilingual Diabetes Educator (Nurse or Dietitian) – Community Diabetes Education Program of Ottawa (CDEPO)

Full-Time, Permanent Position

Pay Scale

$65,285 – $ 78,657 / annually

Pension and Benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) / including some benefits

Application Deadline

About the Role

Working closely with the CDEPO team, the Diabetes Educator (Nurse or Dietitian) is responsible for the delivery and promotion of the Community Diabetes Education Program of Ottawa, across various locations in the city. Using a self-management approach, the Diabetes Educator provides group and individual education to adults with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, supports starting them on insulin, assists them with titration, and supports with overall chronic disease management. The Diabetes Educator works collaboratively with community physicians and endocrinologists especially around insulin initiation and medication management. In addition, the Diabetes Educator collaborates with other Centretown Community Health Centre (CCHC) teams where appropriate and refers internally and externally as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in Nursing or Nutrition Science or equivalent.

Possession of, or eligibility for, registration with College of Nurses of Ontari o or the College of Dietitians of Ontario.

Minimum two years’ experience in diabetes education and management.

Experience in group facilitation and knowledge of adult education methods.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Proficient with Windows-based computer systems, in particular, basic email and MS Word.

Ability to work well independently and as part of a multi disciplinary team.

Experience and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse population.

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of health equity issues.

Experience working in a community setting including outreach activities.

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Ability to commute to conduct outreach events in the community.

Ability to work from various CDEPO locations across the City of Ottawa.

Availability to work some evenings and weekends

Certification as a Diabetes Educator.

Experience with insulin initiation and management.

Membership in Diabetes Educator Section of Diabetes Canada.

CPR Certification.

English, written and spoken - essential

French, written and spoken - essential

Ability to communicate in a third language (e.g. Arabic, Chinese, Italian, Somali, Spanish, etc.) - desirable

Start Date

As Soon As Possible

How to “Express an Interest” for this Opportunity:

- The subject line of your email should read “Diabetes Educator (Nurse or Dietitian)”

- The file name for your resume should read: “(last name)_(first name)_ Resume”

- The file name for your cover letter should read: “(last name)_(first name)_ Cover Letter”

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only applicants invited to an interview will be contacted.

Candidates requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should contact us at [e-mail] so arrangements can be made. CCHC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce and as such, we encourage applications from individuals who reflect the broad diversity of communities we work with.

Centretown CHC has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy, as such applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and provide proof of vaccinations to be considered for employment. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for persons with medical exemption or other exemptions under the Ontario Human Rights Code.