Job Description

Dietician

FH2025-46-RSW-Dietician

Fife House Foundation

Location:

9 Huntley St.

Shift Rotation:

9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (37.5hrs weekly)

Contract:

Full-Time

Salary:

$23.40 per hour

Union/Non-Union:

Unionized

Reports to:

Program Manager, Huntley THP

Fife House

is an innovative, client-focused provider of secure and supportive affordable housing and services to people living with HIV/AIDS in the Greater Toronto Area. With approximately 110 staff working across 6 locations, in 2020-2021, Fife House served more than 850 residents and clients by providing supportive and transitional housing programs as well outreach programs to homeless clients and their families.

Fife House

understands that historically marginalized groups in our communities often encounter particular barriers to full access and participation. We, therefore, commit to actively dismantling all forms of racism and systemic oppression with GIPA/MEPA at the forefront, including in our own organization and across governance structures. As a settler agency, Fife House stands in solidarity with Indigenous and Black Peoples across Turtle Island and recognizes our role in reconciliation and healing.

As a Dietician at Fife House, you will play a crucial role in supporting our mission to provide housing and support services to individuals living with HIV/AIDS in the Toronto area. Your main responsibility will be to assist our in-house food service workers in developing and implementing dietary plans for our tenants. You will work closely with clients, providing guidance and education on nutrition and healthy eating habits. .

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborate with in-house food service workers to assess clients' nutritional needs and develop personalized dietary plans.

Conduct nutrition assessments and gather relevant client information, such as medical history, dietary restrictions, and food preferences.

Provide individual and group education sessions on nutrition, healthy eating habits, and meal planning.

Assist clients in grocery shopping and meal preparation, ensuring adherence to their dietary plans.

Monitor clients' progress and make necessary adjustments to their dietary plans as needed.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of clients' nutritional assessments, progress notes, and other relevant documentation.

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and staff members to ensure comprehensive care for our clients.

Stay updated on the latest research and developments in the field of nutrition and incorporate them into practice.

Participate in team meetings, trainings, and professional development activities as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or a related field.

Registered Dietitian designation or eligibility to become a Registered Dietitian.

Knowledge of nutrition principles, dietary guidelines, and health promotion strategies.

Experience working with individuals with diverse nutritional needs, including those with chronic illnesses or dietary restrictions.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively educate and motivate clients.

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Proficiency in using computer software for record-keeping and dietary analysis.

FIFE HOUSE

is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living and work environments. We know that diversity underpins excellence and that we all share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive community. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power.

We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

Persons living with HIV/AIDS First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin; Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities; Persons who identify as women; and Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.
We recognize that many of these identities intersect and that therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value the contributions that each person brings, and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in our community.

Fife House is an equal opportunity employer committed to be a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Any assessment and selection materials or processes used during the recruitment process will be available in an accessible format to applicants with disabilities, upon request. If contacted for an interview, please advise the Recruiter if you require disability-related accommodation.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of selection

process.

TO APPLY:

Applications will be accepted until 26th September,2025
We thank all applicants but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

For more information about Fife House, visit www.fifehouse.org

Human Resources

Email: recruitment@fifehouse.org

Fife House Head Office

490 Sherbourne St, 2nd Fl

Toronto ON M4Y 1K9

Fax: (416) 205-9919

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.40 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Paid time off
Work Location: In person