POSTING DATE:                   May 21, 2025

POSTING NUMBER:             2025-014

POSITION:                             Dietitian

                                                Casual

UNION:                                   H.S.A

PROGRAM:                           Skyline Lodge

                                                Abbotsford

SALARY RANGE:                 Grid 11: $40.75 - $50.87

HOURS OF PAY:                   15 hours per month

SCHEDULE:                          Varies

START DATE:                       June 4, 2025

•         All candidates subject to a criminal record check

Please apply online by following the link: https://mpasociety.scouterecruit.net/jobs/2025014

Internal applications no later than 5:00pm on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

External applications no later than 5:00pm on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

 Job Description – Registered Dietitian

Licensed Housing

Classification Benchmark:              Dietitian P1

Grid Level:                                         Grid 11

Collective Agreement:                     Health Science Professionals Bargaining Association

Reports To:                                       Manager, Housing Programs  

Job Summary

The Glacierview Apartments Assisted Living Program and Skyline Lodge Licensed Housing Program provide assistance, support and basic skill training to members in their living environment while encouraging independence, self-responsibility, and healthy lifestyle choices.

The Registered Dietitian (RD) provides technical expertise in support of the food program and members nutrition. The RD is responsible for nutrition care planning, developing rotational menu plans and ensuring adherence to facility policies related to nutrition.

Functions & Responsibilities

1. Performs nutrition assessment and nutritional care plan development with members. Assesses member responses to care plan and responds appropriately, including conducting weight monitoring and following up on unintentional weight fluctuations.
2. Develops a rotational menu plan with provision for special celebrations and holidays, and provision of a variety of healthful foods from the Canada Food Guide that take into account individual requirements as well as personal and cultural food preferences.
3. Conducts quality assurance audits related to nutrition and food services.
4. Delivers in-service education to staff and members.
5. Develops and maintains nutrition-related policies and procedures and conducts annual reviews.
6. Participates in relevant food committees as necessary.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Training & Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or Nutritional Sciences from an accredited university and two (2) years recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
2. Registration with the College of Dietitians of British Columbia
3. Broad knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners established by the College of Dietitians of BC.
4. Broad knowledge of nutrition issues relevant to clients with mental health and addiction issues. Experience working with people with mental illness or those at risk of homelessness and a demonstrated commitment to promoting empowerment and individual/group advocacy.
5. Satisfactory criminal record check.
6. Compliance with the provincial TB immunization program. 

Skills & Abilities

1. Demonstrated initiative and ability to function independently.
2. Excellent teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and organization skills.
3. Demonstrated ability to communicate with and deal effectively with co-workers, other professionals, clients and their families, and external agencies.
4. Proficiency in various computer applications.