Consulting Dietitian (Delhi)

Seasons Care Dietitian Network; Delhi; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consulting network dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors through expert nutritional care. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with a passionate team of Dietitians and Nutrition Managers in a supportive environment that values personal and professional growth. You'll be instrumental in developing tailored nutritional care plans, conducting assessments, and collaborating with families and interdisciplinary teams. Enjoy a flexible schedule while making a meaningful impact in the lives of residents in Long-Term Care and Retirement Homes. If you're ready to take your career to the next level in a growing sector, we welcome your application.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Ongoing education

Personal & professional growth

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian required; must be a member in good standing of the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Experience in Long Term Care preferred; strong communication and organizational skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Identify and monitor nutrition and hydration risk for Residents.
• Develop and modify nutritional care plans; conduct assessments as needed.
• Provide nutrition counselling and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Registered Dietitian

Good verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Problem-solving skills

Computer Literacy (EMR programs)

Education

Registered Dietitian Certification

Membership in Dietitians of Canada

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

65 hours per month, starting as soon as possible

Description

Seasons Care Dietitian Network is a consulting network of Dietitians and Nutrition Managers specializing in Long-Term Care and Retirement Homes. Since 1996, Seasons Care has become the leader in Seniors Nutrition in Canada. We partner with many Long-Term Care and Retirement Homes by providing consulting Dietitian and Nutrition Management services to support them in making a difference in the lives of their Residents. We continue to grow and welcome you to join our team.

The value of becoming a Seasons Care Team Member includes: personal & professional growth, one-on-one support with your Corporate Dietitians, individualized onboarding program, competitive wages, flexible schedule, work-life balance, gaining experience in a growing sector, working with a passionate team, lateral & vertical growth opportunities, making a difference in lives of Seniors, and ongoing education.

Seasons Care Dietitian Network is proud to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.

Seasons Care is a diverse and inclusive network. We encourage applications from First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, racialized persons and those who identify as LGBTQ+.

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

We look forward to hearing from you!

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitians Required
• Member in good standing of the College of Dietitians of Ontario
• Must have proof of COVID vaccine, liability insurance, TB testing and vulnerable sector police check
• Membership in Dietitians of Canada – Gerontology Network an asset
• Preference will be given to applicants with experience in Long Term Care
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrates an ability to problem solve
• Computer Literacy - knowledge of computerized electronic medical records (EMR) programs an asset
• Travel may be required with some positions

Responsibilities

• Identify and monitor level of nutrition and hydration risk for all Residents.
• Complete scheduled RAI-MDS assessments; assess nutritional status for all Residents upon admission, annually and when significant changes in status occur.
• Prioritize and respond to dietary referrals in a timely manner.
• Develop, evaluate and modify nutritional care plans for all Residents; liaise with Residents, family members and/or substitute decision makers and the interdisciplinary team when implementing dietary interventions.
• Conduct swallowing assessments, as needed.
• Provide nutrition counselling and education to Residents and family members and/or substitute decision makers, as needed, in line with supporting Residents’ nutrition care.
• Collaborate with the Food and Nutrition Manager to implement a pleasurable dining experience for Residents.
• Participate in Care Conferences and committee meetings as needed.
• Review and approve seasonal menus; develop individualized menus for Residents, as needed.
• Provide education and training to dietary and nursing staff to support home-specific policies and procedures, as needed.
• Participate in home-specific continuous quality improvement initiatives, as needed.