Registered Dietitian - Contract

The North Lambton Community Health Centre is a community governed health centre serving identified priority populations in a defined catchment area. The Centre operates multiple sites in Ontario: Forest, Kettle & Stony Point, Watford, and Sarnia. Our interdisciplinary team provides primary health care, health promotion and community development services. Registered Dietitian - Diabetes Education 18 Month Contract – 37.5 hours per week The Registered Dietitian will work with the and Diabetes Education program to provide evidence-based disease self-management and education to individuals living with type 2 diabetes, and pre-diabetes. The main site of work will be the North Lambton Community Health Centre. Qualifications Undergraduate Degree in Foods and Nutrition from a recognized university. Possess current registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario (temporary licenses will also be considered). CDE certification, an asset but not required. Demonstrated skills in facilitating groups, team skills, and effective communication. Demonstrated knowledge of community-based health care and resources and the determinants of health. Experience in program planning, implementation, and evaluation. Proficiency in French is considered an asset Flexible hours of work are required. The incumbent may be required to travel to all sites and outreach locations throughout Lambton County. The rate of pay for this temporary fulltime position is $36.62 - $43.49 per hour (on a six-step grid) plus 10% in lieu of benefits. The rate will be based on education and experience. The Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrollment is available. For additional information: April George, Human Resources Assistant North Lambton Community Health Centre # 3 - 59 King Street West Forest, Ontario, N0N 1J0 Email: [email protected] North Lambton Community Health Centre is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment where all employees and clients feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and serve, and where every team member can reach their full potential. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, please inform us of any accommodations required to fully and fairly participate in the application, interview or selection processes and we will endeavor to provide a suitable accommodation in a manner that considers your accessibility needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code. Closing Date: Open until filled

Provide evidence-based disease self-management and education to individuals living with type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetes. Work within an interdisciplinary team to deliver primary health care and community development services.

Requires an undergraduate degree in Foods and Nutrition and current registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario. Experience in program planning and knowledge of community-based health care are essential.

• 10% In lieu of benefits • Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

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• Diabetes Education
• Disease Self-management
• Group Facilitation
• Effective Communication
• Program Planning
• Program Implementation
• Program Evaluation
• French Proficiency

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Science & Research

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week