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Position Type: Full Time & Part Time | Community-Based | Adult PopulationThis position is for a future vacancyAbout Us At St. Joseph’s Home Care we’re dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to clients transitioning from hospital to home. Our interdisciplinary team supports individuals with complex medical needs, helping them regain independence and thrive in their own environments.Position Summary As a Dietitian,you’ll play a vital role in supporting clients witha wide variety ofspecial dietary needs, variousheath conditions, mental health and/oraddictions and/ormobilityissuesproviding the highest quality of nutritional care to optimize the nutritional status of program clientsin accordance withindividual care plans, SJHC standards, the College of Dietitians ofCanadaand the Ministry of Health guidelines.This role is ideal for a compassionate, innovative, and collaborative professional who thrives in a dynamic home and community care setting.What You’ll Do Responsibilities:Perform anutritional assessmentAssess,monitorand helpmaintainthe nutritional status and requirements of clients, especially those at high nutritional risk.Evaluate the nutritional status and needs of clients as care plan requiresEducate clients and staff on therapeutic and general nutrition, asrequired.Participate in client reviews,palliative care,caseconferences as a member of the multi-disciplinary health care team.Document client issues and information as prescribedParticipate in family care conferences as requested.Ensure accuracy of diet ordersbeing executed.Evaluate and update system of providing nutritional care.Maintain knowledge of current research in nutritional standard,particularlygeriatric standards.Participate in practice-based research to further knowledge in geriatric nutrition.Perform preliminary swallowing assessments,liaisewith community swallowing assessment team asrequired.Maintain current working knowledge of relevant legislationDevelop and implement individualized service plans in collaboration with othersSupports clients in navigating dietary needs, questions, concerns, etcAdvocates for clients asappropriate, supports clients in connecting withcommunity-basedservices as related to food security needsBuilds relationships with community agencies, cultural organizations, other supports,participatesin community initiativesIdentifieshigh riskdietary situation andutilizesbest practices and guidelinesPerformsgeneral administrative duties related to the roleOther duties asrequiredWhat You Bring Education & Credentials:University level degree in a related field (B.Sc, Home Economics, Food and Nutrition etc(required)Completion of a dietitian internship (required)Updated and unrestricted registration with a professional college (College of Dietitians) (required)Experience:3 years experience in a similar roleExperience with geriatric populationsExperience with mental health / addictions populationsExperience working with vulnerable clients in community care settingsFamiliarity with mobile work tools and EMR systemsSkills & Attributes:Robust communication and interpersonal skillsCreative problem-solving and critical thinking abilitiesTeam-oriented with a client-centered approachCommitted to equity, inclusion, and continuous learningWhy Join Us? Supportive, inclusive, and mission-driven work cultureOpportunities for mentorship and professional growthMeaningful work that makes a real difference in people’s livesFlexible, community-based work environmentBenefitsPaid Mileage and Travel Time% in lieu of benefits and vacationPaid per hour at a negotiated rateEmployee Discount Program (Perkopolis)We’re Committed to Equity St. Joseph’s Home Care is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request. Interviews can be conducted in French if preferred. AI is not used in our recruitment processes for the selection of candidates.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Dietitian - Community Care (Canada)
🏢 St. Joseph's Home Care
📍 Canada