Dietitian Regular Part Time (CPL Diet 0.35) AgeCare Cariboo Place

Aster Joint Venture Limited Partnership; Williams Lake; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dietitian to join their team in Williams Lake. This part-time role focuses on empowering residents through personalized nutritional care, ensuring their dietary needs are met with compassion and expertise. The Dietitian will work collaboratively with a care team, conducting nutrition assessments and educating both staff and residents. If you are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for seniors and possess a strong background in dietetics, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized university program in Dietetics.
• Eligibility for registration with the provincial regulatory body.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dietary requirements for residents and collaborate with care teams.
• Educate residents and staff on nutrition issues and dietary care plans.

Skills

Nutrition Assessment

Communication Skills

Dietary Planning

Clinical Nutrition Experience

Fluency in English

Education

Baccalaureate Program in Dietetics

Job description

Dietitian Regular Part Time (CPL Diet 0.35) AgeCare Cariboo Place page is loaded

Dietitian Regular Part Time (CPL Diet 0.35) AgeCare Cariboo Place

Apply locations Williams Lake, British Columbia, Canada time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R24_04015

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity:

The Dietitian reporting to the Director of Care, oversees dietary requirements on behalf of residents, their families, the staff, and the community at large utilizing a holistic framework. The Dietician is a member of the care team, collaborating on the delivery of resident care to meet resident and family related to nutritional and dietary needs.


What Is In It For You:

• Completes Nutrition Assessments and contributes to RAI assessment where applicable for all residents upon admission in a timely manner and reviews care plan based on nutrition risk level Interprets and individualizes initial diet, texture modification & therapeutics orders.
• Assesses swallowing ability within scope of knowledge and in consultation with internal and community nurses and physicians.
• Communicates with team members to provide effective nutrition & resident quality care.
• Educates residents and staff on nutrition issues.
• Consults with residents and family members on issues, questions and concerns related to nutrition.
• Promotes communication and public relations internally between departments and externally with the community for the enrichment of quality resident care.
• Consults with family members to plan, document, communicate resident dietary care plans.

What You Will Need

• Completion of a Baccalaureate Program in Dietetics from a recognized university program.
• Eligibility and/or Registration with the provincial regulatory body (i.e. College of Dietitians of BC).
• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
• Previous clinical nutrition experience in a health care facility/program preferred.
• Experience in gerontology is an asset.

Wage Levelling Salary: $40.75 - $50.87 per hourSalary placement based on qualifications and experience.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!

About Us

Since 1998 AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction for seniors. We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind. We want to hear from you if you are a talented, motivated, and embrace our guiding principles of:

Trust : Act with integrity and fairness
Respect : Treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and compassion
Quality : Relentlessly pursue excellence in care and service
Teamwork : Uplift each other with positive energy and support