Dietitian/Nutritionist AKHS - Community Health

Aakom-Kiyii Health Services; Alberta; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Aakom-Kiyii Health Services is seeking a Dietitian/Nutritionist for a part-time term position. The role involves providing nutrition counseling, developing care plans, and promoting healthy living through education programs. Candidates must hold a relevant degree and have experience in the field.

Qualifications

• Two years related experience required.
• Registered with the College of Dietitians of Alberta.
• Certified Diabetes Educator Certificate is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide nutrition education programs.
• Complete client nutrition assessments.
• Develop and evaluate individualized nutrition care plans.

Skills

Nutrition coaching

Public health education

Client assessment

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Foods and Nutrition

Job description

Position: Dietitian/Nutritionist

Program: Community Health

Classification: Part Time – Term Position (0.6 FTE)

Wage: $45/hr

Working with a wide range of individuals from prenatal to elderly care primary duties will include planning and providing presentations, individual/group counseling, and education programs to promote healthy living & disease prevention. The Dietitian will implement and evaluate individualized nutrition care plans to prevent, treat and manage disease and promote a healthier lifestyle.

Duties of the Dietician/Nutritionist will include (but are not limited to):

• Collaborate with AKHS staff to identify community needs
• Provided nutrition coaching and expertise one on one to clients within the health center and on accompanied home visits
• Complete client nutrition assessments
• Develop, implement and evaluate client nutrition care plans.
• Plan and provide public health nutrition services and education programs to promote healthy living and disease prevention for clients/groups in facilities or community settings.
• Content development (blogs, handouts, presentations, and social media content)
• Act as a liaison between Health Care Professionals and the Community
• Coordinates activities with AKHS health professionals and interagency departments including: Elders Center, Schools/Daycare/Headstart programs, etc.
• Assist AKHS programs in choosing healthier food options
• Respects traditional First Nation practice protocol(s) when engaging with Piikani members and clients

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree majoring in Foods and Nutrition or an equivalent from an accredited Canadian University
• Two (2) years related experience
• Certified Diabetes Educator Certificate would be an asset
• Registered with the College of Dietitians of Alberta (CDA)

Application MUST include: Cover Letter, Resume, Degree and other pertinent certifications, Driver’s License (unrestricted Class 5) CURRENT: Intervention and Criminal Record Check

*DEADLINE: Competition will remain open until suitable candidate is found*

Attention: Human Resources Email: [e-mail]

Incomplete submissions will not be accepted. Aakom-Kiyii Health Services would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position.