Registered Dietitian (RD)

# Summary 

# About the organization 

Grand River Community Health Centre (GRCHC) is a dynamic, client-centred organization committed to delivering high-quality primary health care services to the diverse community of Brantford Brant and Norfolk. We are proud to have achieved the Canadian Centre for Accreditation (CCA) standards for quality in governance and management of Community-Based Primary Health Care - for the fourth consecutive time. This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, accountability, and delivering high-quality care to our communities. 

# About the position 

 Position Summary

The Inter-professional Primary Care Team (IPCT) will work collaboratively to provide primary care services to registered Primary Care clients and community clients, in various settings (at the CHC, in Community settings, at partner agencies or outdoors in the community) with a specific focus on marginalized populations and those seeking chronic disease management.  The IPCT will provide services such as access to chronic disease prevention and management, mental health and addiction assessment, referral and counselling, as well as primary care clinics and outreach primary care services. 

The RD works collaboratively with members of the IPCT to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate the programs and services provided to clients. The RD will provide individual services, clinics and group programs as needed.  The RD will work individually or with others on the team or in the community to provide education and support for chronic diseases such as diabetes, COPD, HTN, CAD, CHF etc., and chart according to college requirements in an Electronic Medical Record. The RD develops and/or initiates health teaching tools, screening programs and workshops by identifying health needs of clients and various other community groups. The RD will support the evaluation process for this program.

Responsibilities & Skills: 

• Provide nutritional counselling through a relationship and community based framework 
• Support clients to follow their treatment plans i.e. insulin regimens, etc.
• Work collaboratively with the IPCT and system partners (medical providers, hospitals, other community teams supporting similar clients) to develop, coordinate and execute care plans 
• Strong communication (verbal and written), organization, and time management skills 
• Demonstrated ability in conflict management and interpersonal relations 
• Understanding of anti-oppression principles and ability to work effectively with people of various cultural, age and economic backgrounds 
• Ability to work collaboratively within and across teams, developing and maintaining positive relationships with service providers 
• Ability to work in-person, independently and in self-directed working conditions
• Able to work flexible hours primarily within a 5 day, Monday to Friday work week. Regular evening work 1-2 times per week. Occasional weekend work.
• Driver’s licence and vehicle available to travel within the Brantford-Brant-Norfolk OHT area

# Qualifications

 Requirements:

• Current certification as a Registered Dietitian in the Province of Ontario required
• Masters degree in nutrition preferred
• Registered member in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario (CDO) 
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a community health care setting is preferred 
• Front line experience at a CHC and in outreach an asset 
• Experience supporting clients living with mental health and addiction issues an asset 
• Certifications in diabetes education, motivational interviewing, and chronic disease management an asset
• Safe Food Handler’s certification, or willingness to obtain
• Solid understanding of adult learning principles
• Knowledge of the social determinants of health and an understanding of how social, economic, environmental and cultural issues can impact nutrition
• Demonstrated ability to respond to clients and situations with flexibility and adaptability
• Experience in developing, facilitating, and evaluating group education sessions/programs
• Experience facilitating cooking programs is an asset
• Knowledge of current clinical nutrition guidelines and experience collaborating with clients with complex health conditions to develop and implement realistic nutrition care plans that meet their needs
• Experience evaluating the effectiveness of a nutrition care plan, including an assessment of barriers/challenges clients may be facing that may impact the care plan, and adjusting the care plan accordingly
• Motivated, self-directed learner who takes initiative and seeks learning opportunities to enhance professional competence in order to continue to provide high quality, evidenced-based client care

We offer a competitive salary of $$34.68 to 41.44 per hour and benefits (including HOOPP) and a supportive network of service providers. 

Employment is conditional upon providing a police vulnerable sector check and having had a full series of COVID-19 vaccinations