We are looking for a Dietitian for the Community of La Ronge to provide consultations, counselling and education services to the LLRIB membership and communities in order to improve and protect the nutritional health of their members. The Dietitian will also provide assessments and intervention including the development, implementation and evaluation of nutritional care plans. If you feel this would be a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply!
About the facility: LLRIBHS promotes health in our communities for the wellbeing of all members. We provide accessible, high quality health services and programs. Together with others, we work to build capacity and educate as we address both acute care needs and the determinants of health.
About the position: Providing assessments of client health needs and diet; Counsel clients on nutrition and healthy eating habits; Develop meal plans; Providing on-going evaluation of the effects of meal plans and making changes as needed; Develop and deliver education sessions on topics related to food and nutrition; Deliver and facilitate nutrition programs; Provide written reports to document client progress; Other duties as assigned by supervisor &/or designate.
What you’ll love about us:
- We provide cash incentives to help employees achieve financial stability now and for the future.
- We provide non-cash incentives to provide employees time to enjoy life, achieve professional growth, and to ensure health and wellness.
- We offer practices, policies, and programs that support employees achieve balance at work and at home.
- We offer and provide resources that set expectations, support, and recognize employees.
- We offer and encourage learning opportunities for employees to learn new skills and progress in their Career.
- We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package such as Recognitions, Northern Allowance, Housing Subsidy, Extended Health Care and Pension.
Qualifications: Degree in Dietetics; Food & Nutrition; Food System Management; Clinical Nutrition or related field; Must be registered (or eligible for registration) with the Saskatchewan Dietetic Association and/or the Dietitians of Canada; Strong interpersonal, organizational communication, public relations and problems solving skills; Strong computer researches skills; Ability to work with minimal supervision; Experience working with First Nations communities is an asset; Ability to speak/understand Cree is a definite asset; Must have a valid driver’s license