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 records and 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:
- Competitive Salary
- Paid Annual Vacation Leave
- Paid Health & Wellness Leave
- Employer Matching Pension Plan
- Extended Health, Dental & Vision Plan
- Fully furnished accommodations provided, with monthly rent covered if not local.
- 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: 780-891-2623 | Email: bhcresumes@bigstonehealth.ca
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
