Diabetes Educator (Registered Dietitian) Locally Driven Population Health Models (LDPHM)

Canadian Association of Community Health Centres; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Diabetes Educator (Registered Dietitian) to join their team. This temporary full-time position offers the chance to make a significant impact on community health by providing diabetes education and support through individual counseling and group sessions. You will work within an interdisciplinary team, ensuring that clients receive culturally safe care tailored to their needs. With a focus on collaboration and community engagement, this role is perfect for someone eager to contribute to improving health outcomes in diverse populations. Join a supportive environment that values inclusivity and professional growth.

Benefits

Pension Plan

Health Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Nutrition or equivalent experience required.
• 3-5 years in community-based diabetes care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition assessment and develop care plans for clients.
• Conduct health education sessions and build community partnerships.

Skills

Nutritional Counselling

Motivational Interviewing

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition

Completion of accredited Dietetic Internship

Tools

Clinical Practice Guidelines

Health Promotion Techniques

Job description

POSITION: Diabetes Educator (Registered Dietitian) Locally Driven Population Health Models (LDPHM)

POSITION TYPE:

• Temporary

COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE: LAMP Community Health Centre (ON)

LOCATION:

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 07/31/2025

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Temporary Full Time Position: 35 hours per week

Contract Period: May 2025 to March 2027

Salary Range: $36.36 - $42.90 per hour

Proof of Vulnerable Check required prior to hiring

LAMP is a HOOPP employer offering pension and a variety of excellent benefits!

LAMP Community Health Centre is a multi-service, community based charitable organization that provides a wide range of services to improve a person's health and wellbeing. LAMP uses a coordinated approach to connect people to medical services and other programs that build personal resources. By providing equitable, culturally safe access to care that improves physical, emotional, social and economic wellbeing, people can better manage their health and its social determinants.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Program Manager, Improving Care for Refugees Program and Locally Driven Population Health Models and working within an interdisciplinary health promotion framework, the Diabetes Educator (Registered Dietitian) provides diabetes education and support through individual counseling, group education sessions, advocacy, and outreach at different Mississauga community locations.

The incumbent will ensure that all organizational policies are followed and adhere to the overall objectives of the program and the standards of the College.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide nutrition assessment for clients living with pre-diabetes and Type 2 diabetes, taking into consideration client’s level of knowledge, readiness to change, food habits, and socio-demographic background.
• Develop health maintenance care plan with client and health care team by integrating information about client’s health status, clinical practice guidelines, and available community resources.
• Identify and prioritize complex health and social issues.
• Ensure complete, accurate, and timely documentation of program activities and medical records.
• Monitor for accuracy, quality, and thoroughness through participation in chart reviews.
• Communicate information clearly and concisely to clients and health care providers on a regular basis.
• Experience with case management and case coordination with members of the interdisciplinary team and services within the community.
• Present health education sessions on various topics related to diabetes.
• Identify and build relationships with various community partners.
• Present clinical practice guideline updates to health care providers and clinical partners.
• Provide learning opportunities to students, new hires, and colleagues.
• Recommend improvements to existing procedures/services.
• Facilitate teamwork and promote group effectiveness.
• Respect people of diverse backgrounds and perspectives and provide culturally safe care.
• Participate in LAMP committee work aimed to improve programs and client care.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or equivalent combination of experience/education.
• Completion of an accredited Dietetic Internship Program; preferably with a community focus.
• Current membership from the College of Dietitians of Ontario; in good standing.
• Hold professional liability insurance in accordance with the requirements set out by the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Eligibility for membership with the Dietitians of Canada.
• Three to five years’ experience; preferably in community-based diabetes care.
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or evidence of working toward attaining preferred.
• Strong knowledge of diabetes pathophysiology, related laboratory values, and pharmacotherapy.
• Intermediate experience and strength in application of motivational interviewing counselling techniques in an adult population.
• Good working knowledge of the Diabetes Canada Clinical Practice Guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and facilitate groups using principles of adult learning.
• Strong skills in nutritional counselling, evidence-based practice, outreach, health promotion, teamwork, and problem solving.
• Sound clinical judgement with regard to treatment recommendations.
• Superior problem-solving skills and flexible, with the ability to prioritize and time manage in a very busy and demanding office environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively across all levels of the organization’s diverse workforce.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to clearly convey information and ideas.
• Positive attitude and dependable with strong initiative and the ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented atmosphere.
• Open minded, eager, and willing to constantly learn and improve oneself.
• Respect people of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• First Aid and CPR is a requirement and must be kept current.
• Valid Driver’s License is an asset.
• Knowledge of LAMP Community Health Centre, East Mississauga and/or the South Etobicoke community.
• A second language that is reflective of the community being served is an asset.

As part of our mandate for inclusivity, reasonable accommodations can be made for all incumbents to perform the described physical functions of the aforementioned job.