REGISTERED DIETITIAN

Full Time (Permanent)

Monday to Friday - 7 hours/day

Wabasca, Alberta

Bigstone Health Commission in Wabasca, Alberta is seeking an eager and motivated Registered Dietitian to provide comprehensive nutrition-based, patient-focused care to the members of Bigstone Cree Nation while building healthy relationships. This is a rewarding opportunity have a sincere appreciation for Indigenous culture, a desire for enhancing the quality of life for our members and enjoy the support and collaboration from our multidisciplinary team and various other professionals and agencies.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Deliver health promotion, prevention, and education programs to all groups, including prenatal, post-natal, diabetics, elders, children and more.
Assess and report on the nutritional status of clients within the community.
Provide nutrition counseling, including assessment and education for a variety of diseases, including diabetes, heart disease etc.
Collaborate and coordinate referrals/services with other agencies as required.
Plan and facilitate nutrition-based promotional activities and events.
Work independently as required.
Build healthy professional relationships with clients, families, staff, management, and agencies.
Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of health recordsand proper documentation.

Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a health care team.
Ability to work in First Nations and a cross cultural environment.
Excellent clinical knowledge and skills.

Passionate about working with people.
Must be willing to travel as needed.
Must be willing to relocate to the community if not local.

Education and Experience
Post-secondary education (Degree or Masters) related to Science in Food and Nutrition and/or equivalent.
Registered and a member of good standing with the College of Dietitians of Alberta.
Previous experience working within First Nation's communities would be an asset.
Member of Dietitians of Canada is an asset.
Must have a valid class 5 drivers' license.

Benefits:

ü Competitive Salary

ü Paid Annual Vacation Leave

ü Paid Health & Wellness Leave

ü Employer Matching Pension Plan

ü Extended Health, Dental & Vision Plan

ü Fully furnished accommodations provided, with monthly rent covered if not local.

ü Relocation assistance available.

Salary is dependent on qualifications.

Please forward your Cover Letter, Resume (including 3 work related references), Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check & Child & Youth Intervention Check _(should be current within the last 6 months) _to the:

Human Resources Department

PO Box 1020 Wabasca, Alberta T0G 2K0

Fax:

CLOSING DATE: _Until a Suitable Candidate is found._

Applicants are thanked in advance for their interest in our organization, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

POSTED: February 26, 2024

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $38.11 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
RRSP match
Vision care
Wellness program
Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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