Position Summary The Community Dietitian provides health education and care within their scope of practice for clients of Mount Carmel Clinic. As a member of a client-centered interdisciplinary team, the Community Dietitian provides care to individuals promoting wellness, prevention of disease and/or disability and the management of chronic diseases/conditions. The Community Dietitian adopts a long-term approach to client care consistent with the philosophy of harm-reduction and as a means to ensuring continuity of care for the client.

Qualifications

Education Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, or equivalent with a major in Foods and Nutrition – Required Registered Member in good standing of the College of Dietitians of Manitoba – Required

Skills, Expertise, and Experience
Experience providing dietitian services to members of target populations (diabetics, pregnant/parenting women, infants, clients struggling with poverty) Demonstrated understanding of issues facing communities experiencing poverty (north end/ Point Douglas), food deserts and other poverty-related challenges

Critical Skills Proven knowledge and ability in critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills

Focus on Results Demonstrated ability to prioritize and focus work-related activities to effectively and efficiently achieve goals and produce expected results/outcomes

Alignment with Organizational Values Commitment to the principles that guide Mount Carmel Clinic, as reflected in the history, vision, mission, and values

Indigenous Understanding Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and traditions and the impact of colonization on the health and well-being of Indigenous individuals and families

Interdisciplinary Team, Collaboration Proven ability to work within a team environment with respect, professionalism, cooperation, sensitivity, and cultural awareness

MCC Philosophies
Strong knowledge, commitment, and demonstrated ability to apply diversity, equity, cultural safety, pro-choice, social determinants of health, population health, harm reduction, trauma-informed, and community development principles in all aspects of the work.

Communication
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in the use of computers (e-mail, etc.)

Assets Certification as a Diabetes Educator Multiple Languages Experience working with service specific computer programs such as EMR, eChart, and Accuro Knowledge and Experience working with Students and/or Volunteers Links/Relationships with Community Resources

All positions are subject to Criminal Record, Child and Adult Abuse Registry checks. However, a previous criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates. We are open to discussing your respective circumstances. Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine the knowledge, skill, and ability required for the position.

Please submit your application here: https://mountcarmelclinic.applytojobs.ca/primary+health/42344

This link can also be found under Employment Opportunities on our website: https://mountcarmelclinic.applytojobs.ca/

We thank all applicants; however, we will only contact candidates who are selected & apply via link for the interview.

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