This is a until –filled competition. Candidates are encouraged not to delay submitting their application as this posting can close at any time after 10 business days with 24-hour posted notice. Resumes will be screened at regular intervals until the position is filled or the competition closes, whichever is earliest.

This posting

This posting will be used to fill 1 permanent full-time positions working 60 hours bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.

This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.

Our philosophy

Every action and decision is guided by Continuing Care’s Vision: ‘Exceptional care, honoring your culture and traditions” Mission: “Together, we offer person-centered care that nurtures well-being” and Values: “Connectedness, Dignity, Equity, Integrity and Respect”

The position contributes to an environment that is inclusive, non-discriminatory, and is physically, psychologically and culturally safe.

Long-Term Care (LTC) provides resident centered care to individuals who requires assistance/care in various level in their daily living activities that creates a feeling of home belonging for all who live in Yukon Continuing care homes though responsiveness to the uniqueness of each resident. The services vary from intermediate to end of life care (Hospice) where the focus is on the care, comfort, and quality of life of a person with a serious illness who is approaching the end of life.

Check out our facility: Whistle Bend

Your role

You will provide professional and clinical dietitian care and services to residents in our long-term care home. You may also develop food and nutrition policies and procedures, assess psycho-social and cultural factors affecting nutritional intake by consulting with residents, significant others, physicians, and the care team.

• For more information on this job, please Sidney Jones, A/Supervisor, Therapeutic Services, at 867-332-0191 or sidney.jones@yukon.ca

• For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Leah Berman, HR Consultant, at 867-334-5132 or leah.berman@yukon.ca

Your benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.

• Government of Yukon’s many benefits

Your career, your home, your lifestyle

We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.

As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.

Check out:

• Yukon Life

• Working at Yukon government

Important application and job requirements

Essential qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• Bachelor of Science degree in food and nutrition, dietetics, or related field from a recognized educational institution with internship completed (those nearing completion may be considered)

• Eligible to be a Registered Dietitian in Canada through a regulatory body

• Experience working in long-term care will be considered an asset

• Experience planning, implementing and evaluating quality improvement programs and initiatives will be considered an asset

It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:

• Knowledge of nutrition care plan development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation with residents within an interdisciplinary team.

• Ability to develop, implement and review therapeutic menus and recipes.

• Knowledge of new trends in clinical and administrative dietetics and a commitment to learning and personal development.

• Skilled in developing, implementing, and reviewing policies for food safety, staff safety, accident prevention, dietary guidelines, and clinical nutrition pathways to optimize clinical resources.

• Demonstrates a client-centered approach while effectively balancing the resident's care goals and nutritional requirements.

• Ability to build strong working relationships within an interdisciplinary team.

It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”.

Conditions of employment

You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.

• TB screening

• RCMP vulnerable sector check

• Food safe

• WHIMIS 2015

• Valid class 5 driver’s license

• Current registration as a Registered Dietitian with a Canadian regulatory body (ie. College of Dietitians of Alberta)

Job requirements

This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:

• Exposure to infectious diseases exposure to plants and/or flowers and/or second-hand smoke when supervising residents/clients, exposure to allergens

• Occasional travel within Whitehorse

Learn more

• For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.caor phone 867-667-9453.

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

17 July 2025

Close Date

17 October 2025