Dietitian/nutritionist

1 week ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Edgewood Health Network Inc Full time

Be part of the work that's changing lives

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments with clients and their families, including diet histories, obtaining historical growth chart data from primary care doctors, and determining healthy weight range for clients.
  • Work with clients oneonone to assess their eating disorder and develop a personalized treatment plan.
  • Work with parents and caregivers to provide nutritional psychoeducation and support.
  • Educate clients on the importance of nutrition for their physical and mental health.
  • Monitor clients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
  • Collaborate with other members of the treatment team, such as medical staff, clinical therapists, support staff, nursing staff, etc.
  • Keep detailed records of clients' progress and treatment goals.
  • Help clients develop healthy coping mechanisms for dealing with stress and triggers.
  • Promote body positivity and selfacceptance.
  • Help clients work on their fears around food and eating.
  • Assist clients in developing meal plans that meet their nutritional needs.
  • Support transition planning, including to the home environment and to alternate levels of care within the system.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Registered dietitian (RD) qualification
  • Knowledge of eating disorder etiology
  • Preferred 2+ years of experience working with clients in a mental health setting, experience with eating disorders in inpatient or outpatient settings and experience working in adolescents and young adults considered an asset.
  • Experience leading groups and facilitating individual assessments considered an asset.
  • Knowledge of evidencebased treatments for eating disorders, including but not limited to familybased therapy (FBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Employee Benefits and Perks:

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including a yearly allowance of $1,500 for mental health and addiction services, as well as $500 per service for various paramedical services, such as massage and physiotherapy
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
  • Competitive paid time off policies, including a paid day off on your birthday
  • Access to inhouse fitness facilities where applicable or discounted external gym memberships
  • Perks and discounts with Perkopolis entertainment, home/auto/pet insurance
  • Personal and professional development through our Education Support Assistance program
  • Nationwide presence allows for supportive relocation opportunities
  • Defined Benefit pension through CAAT with up to a 4% employer contribution
  • Maternity and parental leave topup
  • Access to discounts at Kids & Co. Daycare
EHN Canada is an employment equity employer. If you should require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources.

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