For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges.

We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship.

The Salvation

Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. The role assesses nutrition related issues of individuals and groups and develop, implement, and evaluate nutrition care plans to prevent, treat, and manage disease. The role manages food and nutrition service systems, and plans health promotion programs within the nursing home.

Develop, implement, and evaluate nutrition programs and services for residents. Manage food service systems in the nursing home. Assist in revising cyclical menus to ensure it meets recommendations of Canada's Food Guide, the nutritional needs of residents, special dietary needs and food preferences, within reason.

Provide nutrition guidance, label interpretation, and consultation services to residents and staff. Evaluate nutritional status of residents and aid in the prevention and/or treatment of inadequate nutrition. Plan, evaluate and conduct nutrition education programs and develop educational materials for staff, residents or families.

Practice as a member of an interdisciplinary team to determine nutritional needs of residents and to plan, implement and evaluate normal and therapeutic diets to maintain and enhance general health. Analyze current scientific nutritional studies,



conduct research and evaluate program effectiveness to improve the nutritional value, taste, appearance and preparation of food. This is a Casual/Relief (On Call)/ Seasonal position.

Work is typically in the facility space. Schedule may vary according to requirements of responsibilities - some weekend and evening work may be required. May be exposed to disagreeable people, verbal abuse, people with behavioural or mental issues and may be exposed to hazardous cleaning chemicals.

Work in compliance with OH&S; Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's health and safety policies and procedures. Completion of a formal post-secondary/college certificate program and/or specialized courses or certification in the field of nutrition care. Maintains membership with the Current Brunswick Association of Dieticians.

Current First

Aid/CPR certification Two (2) years of prior related experience in nutrition care in a social services setting is required.

Experience working with a senior population will be considered as an asset. Use a resident-centered approach by consistently demonstrating compassion, respect, and empathy in all interactions. Knowledge of current quality improvement and risk management concepts and approaches with special emphasis on the prevention of falls and least restraint policies.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda. We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP's.

We are building a culture of continuous learning and growth.

📌 Dietitian - Full Time - Permanent position (Ottawa)
🏢 TSA The Salvation Army TSA
📍 Ottawa