Registered Dietician

Location: Central

Full-Time Employment

Who you are? You are highly motivated in sharing your interest in the Health Field enabling you to work in a team environment. Acknowledging the Seven Grandfather Teachings in your work to build relationships. In addition, you have the ability to draw on your own knowledge and life skills to support and maintain efficient operational functions, with a positive outlook.

Who we are? We are a leader in First Nation Health. Our foundation is Indigenous Health in Indigenous Hands. We provide accessible, quality, culturally safe and holistic health care that supports and enhances the wellness of individuals, families, and communities. We work with our 11 First Nation community partners in the provision of primary health care, traditional healing, mental wellness and addictions, home and community support services and health promotion services. We have recently been approved as the first Indigenous led Ontario Health Team by the Ministry of Health.

The opportunity: Under the direction of the Manager of Health and Wellness, the Registered Dietician is responsible to provide comprehensive nutritional services, incorporating health, culture, and socio-economic status to member First Nations, and where applicable, the Sault Ste. Marie Indigenous Friendship Centre. The Registered Dietician will work within a team of Registered Dieticians and Diabetes Nurse Educators, as well as other multi-disciplinary team members to provide Indigenous people and their families affected by diabetes and other health conditions with the knowledge, understanding and skills necessary to live a good life.

What you need to bring with you:

• University degree in Dietetics or Nutritionist from a recognized University
• Completion of a Dieticians of Canada accredited dietetic internship or Master's degree with demonstrated competencies
• Certified Diabetes Educator certificate an asset
• Must be a member of the College of Dieticians of Ontario and Dieticians of Canada
• Two years Dietician experience in a clinical setting
• A clear criminal reference check is a condition of employment
• Must have a valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle
• Knowledge of community-based health care
• Knowledge of interest in the health issues affecting Indigenous people
• Knowledge and ability to work in cross cultural settings
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and knowledge of Indigenous cultural values and traditions

Why Work with Us?

• Competitive Salary based on experience
• Paid Extended Health Benefits
• HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan)
• Generous vacation package; with additional 6 Indigenous statutory holidays.
• Life-long learning is a priority, offering 10 Professional Development Days and $1200/Annual Budget.
• Technology Amenities provided (i.e., laptop, electronic medical record system, cell phone)
• All travel expenses covered.
• Relocation Expenses are Negotiable
• High staff satisfaction rated work environment, priority on provider and client experience
• Access to Cultural and Traditional teachings of the Ojibwe People
• 2 weeks holiday for the first year
• 15 days of Personal Leave

What to expect? Given the traditional practices of Indigenous people, from time-to-time exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines such as tobacco, sweet grass, sage, or cedar may occur. Accommodations for the disabled will be available upon request.

An offer of employment will be conditional upon an acceptable vulnerable sector police records check. Hiring of Indigenous People will be given preference, as allowed under Section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code – Special Programs.

Qualified individuals are invited to submit a cover letter along with a current resume, certificates, diplomas, along with three current work-related references to the BambooHR link. Please ensure that “Registered Dietician” appears in the subject line. Below is the link to apply directly to our organization.

Posting Deadline: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

Thank you to all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.