Location: Brockville

Hours: 1.0fte – 70hrs bi-weekly

Term: indeterminate

Salary Range: $68,200-81,800 annually or $37.47-$44.95 hourly

Start date: to be determined

Existing Vacancy: no

Who we are:

Rideau Community Health Services (RCHS) is a non-profit, community-governed health and social service agency that provides comprehensive primary care, health promotion and community development services. Working with partners to provide integrated health and wellness services for various communities throughout Leeds, Grenville and Lanark counties.

What we offer:

· Competitive Rates

· Health Benefits – 100% premium pd,

· Pension Plan - HOOPP

· Generous paid time off

· Team Work

· Professional Development opportunities

· Work/Life Balance and Supportive Culture

About the Role:

Submit your expression of interest in the form of cover letter and resume by November 2, 2026

All applications are considered confidential. AI screening is not used in hiring.

RCHS is accountable to employees, clients and to the government of Ontario for meeting the standards set by the Accessibility for and its regulations. RCHS is an equal opportunity employer, respecting and embracing the needs and diversity of our employees. If you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process, please call (phone hidden), ext. 228.

SUMMARY:

As a member of an interdisciplinary team, the dietitian is responsible for providing a range of services, including individual counselling as well as nutrition and health promotion groups for clients. The dietitian will serve clients across the life span and should have a strong understanding of health equity as well as experience in working with diverse populations, including low-income communities and people living with chronic health and/or mental health issues.



The dietitian will collaborate with external agencies and stakeholders to provide community-based nutrition programs.

REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES:

· Perform nutritional assessments, develop client-focused nutritional care goals/plans, provide health education/counselling and other clinical activities according to the College of Dietitians of Ontario standards of practice.

· Perform community nutrition needs assessments, identify barriers to acquiring adequate food security and facilitate or support community initiatives to improve food security.

· Contribute to developing new programs by identifying, recommending, and developing resources and materials and by participating in delivery of programs.

· Ensure high standard of accountability by maintaining client records, assessment notes and correspondence within the safeguard of confidentiality and by college standards.

· Liaise with RCHS staff and community partners and participate in case conferences as required.

COMMON RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Work in a manner that preserves confidentiality and seeks to minimize risk.

· Work in a manner that incorporates health promotion and recognizes the determinants of health.

· Incorporate and strengthen collaborative and interdisciplinary teamwork.

· Respect and value the diversity of communities and individuals.

· Maintain competence and professional license to practice.

· Support the student and volunteer placement programs.

· Promote awareness of and participates in RCHS activities.





· Contribute to the work by participating in meetings and committees.

· Work both regular and extended hours of operation in locations identified by RCHS.

· Contribute to the RCHS’ practices of hiring, orienting, training and mentoring staff.

· Contribute to the efforts to secure and maximize resources for current and new programs, services, and activities.

· Participate in the efforts to enhance capacity through staff development.

· Support and comply with the Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures.

· Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control protocols.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Registered Dietitian with the College of Dietitians of Ontario

· Three to five years clinical counselling and community nutrition experience

· Experience in program development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.

· Proficiency in the use of computers and various EMRs and software applications.

· Experience and comfort working with a diverse and at-risk population.

· Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with health care providers and other stakeholders.

OTHER:

· Ability to work flexible schedule based on program needs.

· Valid Driver’s license and vehicle to travel between RCHS locations as needed.

· Canadian criminal record check and a vulnerable sector check that are satisfactory to RCHS.

Pay: $68,200.00-$81,800.00 per year

Benefits

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Experience:
- clinical counselling: 3 years (preferred)
- program development: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
- College of Dietitian of Ontario (required)

Work Location: In person

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🏢 Rideau Community Health Services - Connected for Care LLG OHT
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