Dietitian

Alliance; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South Riverdale Community Health Centre is seeking a Registered Dietitian to deliver nutrition counselling and education within a multidisciplinary team in East Toronto. You will plan and provide nutrition education, cooking demonstrations, and community outreach to improve food security and health equity.

Strong communication and collaboration with colleagues and clients are essential. Responsibilities include individual counselling, developing programs, maintaining records, and supporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Applied Science in Food and Nutrition from a recognized university.
• Completion of a Dietitians of Canada accredited Dietetic Internship, preferably with a community focus.
• Eligibility for membership with Dietitians of Canada and College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition care and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Commitment to community-based health care and addressing food security.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual nutrition counselling to SRCHC clients.
• Develop and deliver nutrition education and cooking demonstrations for the community.
• Collaborate with food service teams to optimize snacks and meals in program settings.
• Support health promotion efforts and advocacy on nutrition issues.
• Maintain medical records and participate in case conferences with the health care team.

Skills

Nutrition counselling

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor of Science or Applied Science in Food and Nutrition

Dietitians of Canada internship

Eligibility for Dietitians of Canada membership

Eligibility for College of Dietitians of Ontario

Job description

Is Artificial Intelligence used for screening or assessment of candidates Yes No

South Riverdale Community Health Centre is a non-profit, multi-service organization that provides primary healthcare, social and community outreach services with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention primarily to people of East Toronto. Our mission is to improve the lives of people that face barriers to physical, mental, spiritual and social well-being. We do so by meaningfully engaging our clients and communities, ensuring equitable access to primary health care and delivering quality care through a range of evidence informed programs, services and approaches. As a leader in community health, our locally and internationally recognized community services include cutting-edge primary health services, health promotion, harm reduction, environmental health, community food center and population-based community programs for marginalized peoples. We value health equity and inclusion and respect in our work and in the delivery of our services.

The Registered Dietitian develops and carries out nutrition education and cooking demonstration programs for the community; providing nutrition counselling to SRCHC clients; acting as a resource person to community organizations in matters relating to nutrition; advocating on behalf of clients and other community agencies. Working onsite is required.

Responsibilities:

Individual Nutrition Counselling

• Assess client's nutrition status by gaining an understanding of barriers to food security & nutrition, food habits or preferences, socio-economic and cultural background, psychological factors and medical profile
• Develop and implement achievable nutritional care plans based on client needs and health equity factors
• Ensure continuity of care by maintaining up-to-date medical records, monitoring clients on a regular basis, and participate in case conferences with other members of health care team as required

Health Promotion and Educational Activities

• Develop and deliver educational workshops and food demonstrations to increase skill development, knowledge of nutrition, and access to nutritional food for people who use drugs/experience barriers to nutritious food and primary care
• Complete program planning and food purchasing activities needed to implement workshops and food demonstrations
• Provide recommendations to food service teams to optimize nutrition in snacks/meals provided in program settings
• Support the advocacy efforts of appropriate agencies and policy makers on food issues
• Develop, implement and evaluate education projects and activities to meet nutritional needs of priority populations
• Promote healthy eating behaviours through direct client work and through collaboration with service teams and communications team
• Identify the need for nutrition education resources and obtain or develop relevant and current resources to meet these needs
• Maintain professional competence through participation in professional development programs, networking with peers and other related health professionals

Bachelor of Science or Applied Science in Food and Nutrition from a recognized university

• Completion of a Dietitians of Canada accredited Dietetic Internship, preferably with a community focus
• Eligibility for membership with Dietitians of Canada and College of Dietitians of Ontario
• Thorough knowledge and proficiency in nutrition care
• Experience in community nutrition and clinical nutrition counselling
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Demonstrated commitment to community-based health care and knowledge of health promotion philosophy and strategies
• Knowledge and experience working with people who use drugs, people with mental health considerations, and people experiencing barriers to food security
• Experience working with people living with mental health and substance use complexity an asset
• Knowledge of and ability to be responsive to socio-economic and cross-cultural issues in diet and nutrition
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology and various software applications
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal with a demonstrated ability to undertake nutritional counselling and facilitate groups
• Police clearance documentation will be required for employment
• Proof of double COVID-19 vaccination status will be required for employment

This is a bargaining unit position with CUPE Local 5399.

SRCHC welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

SRCHC is an equal opportunity employer.We would like to thank all those that apply but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SRCHC encourages applicants who are Black, Indigenous and Racialized and/or applicants who face any barriers as a result of systemic discrimination to apply for this position.

SRCHC encourages a scent-free environment. Employees, students, volunteers, and visitors are asked to refrain from wearing fragrances and other scented personal care products (i.e. perfumes, deodorants, lotions, hairspray, etc.) while at the Centre.