Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII Department: PHC COMMUNITY HEALTH TEAM PORTABLE-CCZ Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 NSGEU Healthcare Position Posting Closing Date: 3-Nov-26 The Community Health Team (CHT) is a community-based health initiative that focuses on wellness group programming, wellness navigation and working with community partners. The CHT works in collaboration with other groups/organizations in the community to offer programming and support. CHT wellness programming includes risk factor management, healthy eating, physical activity, mental wellness and parenting.

Reporting to the Health Services Manager, the Wellness Facilitator demonstrates flexibility and innovation in supporting citizens of the communities that the CHT serves in accessing the services, programs, and/or resources that can support health enhancing behaviours. They provide guidance and support for clients, including providing information about appropriate supports and programs that will meet health and wellness needs and social supports that can assist with daily living.

The Wellness

Facilitator is team-focused and will collaborate with the CHT staff, primary care providers, other health care providers and community groups to maintain awareness of existing supports within the community and in the surrounding areas through a community development, population health and collaborative approach. This individual also works collaboratively with the team and partners to develop, implement and evaluate the community-based wellness programming model that guides their work. Bachelor's degree in Nutrition from an accredited institution is required Licensure by Nova Scotia Dietetic Association required with completion of Dietetic Internship accredited by Dietitians of Canada including a combination of recent clinical experience, experience in a Primary Health Care setting/community-based team/community setting Facilitation/education skills utilizing adult education, self-management supports,



and motivational enhancement principles (both individual and group settings) Experience in partnership development, stakeholder collaboration, and community development Understanding of population health, health promotion strategies, and behaviour change principles In-depth knowledge of local health authority and community-based services Demonstrates person-centered/family-focused, diversity relevant approaches to care Demonstrates innovation in program planning, implementation and evaluation, and quality improvement Computer skills (MS Office, email and internet) Annual CPR-AED certification and annual WHMIS training and certification Competencies in other languages preferred; French an asset Permanent full time position; Shifts may include evenings, weekends & holidays 37.27 - $51.62 hourly $53.43 hourly with 25 years' service with the employer Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

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📌 Wellness Facilitator - Dietitian - Chebucto Community Health Team (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Nova Scotia Health Authority
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality