Nutritionist Degree

December 19 2024
Expected expiry date: December 26 2024
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Categories Nutrition and Food service, Population Health
Regina, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 32449
  • Job Category Public Health Services
  • Posting Date 12/18/2024, 11:00 PM
  • Locations Four Directions Community Health Centre
  • Apply Before 12/26/2024, 11:00 PM
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: V08161

Expected Start Date: February 10, 2025

Union: HSAS

Facility: Primary Health Care Services

City/Town: Regina

Department: Four Directions Community Health Centre

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends, Stats

Hours of Work: 8 hour shifts

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nutritionist - Degree $36.171 to $44.230

Travel Required: Yes

Human Resources Exemption: No

Job Description

The community nutritionist provides nutrition activities at an individual, group and population level in the community. The community nutritionist engages in community
development and health outreach activities in the community.

Education

  • Bachelors of Science degree in Nutrition with the completion of an approved Dietitians of Canada internship.
  • Memberships in Saskatchewan Dietitian's Association and Dietitians of Canada.

Other Education and Training

  • Bachelor of Dietetics is acceptable

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Knowledge of health promotion principles and the determinants of health, community based organizations and governmental service sector, program planning and evaluation.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with marginalized groups, participate in community needs assessment, establish and maintain effective working relationships, work independently and in a self-motivated manner, organize a demanding workload and manage conflicting work priorities, work cooperatively as a multidisciplinary team member which may include one on one work with clients.
  • Demonstrates skills in the area of oral and written communication, group education, adult education, discretion and good judgement.

Other Information

  • Previous work with grant applicants, budgets, planning and development of programming is an asset.
  • Must possess a valid Saskatchewan driver's license. Some assignments may require access to a vehicle for work.
  • Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
  • This is a community based position providing services in clinic and home settings. Travel required to various community sites within the Primary Health Care Networks (Regina). Home base for this position is: 1504 Albert Street.
  • Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement. HSAS seniority within the Saskatchewan Health Authority will be considered under the Selection Criteria.
  • Please submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position.
  • For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/

About Us

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Additional Information

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.