As part of the Community Nutrition Program the Dietitian will be responsible for educating the public and members of the health care team on current evidence based nutrition information, preparing and delivering group nutrition classes, providing current evidence based nutrition counseling, collaborating within the health care team, responding to community needs as appropriate, developing and revising public health resources, fulfilling professional responsibilities and performing other related duties as required.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Providing nutrition screening, assessment, and counselling for clients including women in high risk pregnancies, infants and children with dietary concerns;
• Conducting home visits as appropriate;
• Educating the public and other members of the health care team on current, evidence-based nutrition information;
• Working in collaboration with the health care team such as physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals;
• Participating in working groups for program development;
• Participating in meetings and committees as required;
• Supervising and evaluating dietetic internship students;
• Responding to community needs through the organization, preparation, and delivery of group nutrition classes in the area of health promotion and illness prevention including prenatal classes;
• Maintaining accurate and current client records;
• Drafting correspondence and reports for physicians;
• Development and revision of public health resources; and other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• The successful applicant must a Bachelor’s Degree majoring in Nutrition from an approved academic institution.
• Must have completed a dietetic internship program accredited by PDEP (Partnership for Dietetic Education and Practice).
• Applicants must be registered with the College of Dietitians of Prince Edward Island and be eligible for membership with Dietitians of Canada.
• Must have considerable experience as a practicing Registered Dietitian.
• Experience in nutrition assessment and counselling methods, such as the Higgins Method, is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to make recommendations based on current evidence-based guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency working in a computerized environment.
• Good previous attendance and work record.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Other Qualifications:

• Experience working with high risk prenatal, pediatric, and complex needs populations would be considered an asset.
• Demonstrated familiarity with revising and developing resources for Health PEI would be considered an asset.
• Additional relevant education and training will be considered an asset.

Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision of for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.

Salary Range: $35.58- 44.48 per hour (Level 17A – UPSE Health)

Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 Hours Bi-Weekly / Monday – Friday / Days. Some Evenings and Weekends May be Required.

Posting ID: 168168

Closing Date: Friday June 27, 2025 at 4:00pm

Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.