Job Description

WellFort is seeking a part-time Dietitian to join our HART HUB program.

Who We Are

Our Vision:

A healthier community where everyone belongs.

Our Mission:

High quality, accessible care for all.

Our Values:

Client-Centred, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Diversity, Equity

WellFort Community Health Services is a values-based, non-profit, multi-service organization committed to reducing barriers to care and improving the health of our communities. We work from an equity-focused, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approach to serve individuals and families, many of whom have experienced systemic barriers and health inequities.

We prioritize people who face barriers to health and accessing services, including those who are:

Experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness Living with low income Newcomers to Canada with language barriers Living with moderate to severe mental health and/or substance use issues Living with disabilities Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, Metis) Black, mixed race, or racialized Experiencing intersectional oppression 2SLGBTQIA+ Vulnerable children, youth, and families experiencing conflict, isolation, or attachment struggles

Program Description

HART HUB

Canadian Mental Health Association Peel Dufferin (CMHA Peel Dufferin) is pleased to partner with various agencies in the Peel Region, including WellFort Community Health Services

,

to offer services to the local community at the new Brampton based Homelessness and Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub.

HART Hubs are community-based care hubs designed to address mental health, addiction and housing needs for people experiencing homelessness. They provide integrated care, offering a wide range of services such as primary care, mental health services, addiction care and employment supports. With targeted community outreach and rapid referral pathways, HART

Hubs aim to support individuals with complex needs, helping them recover, achieve housing stability, and inclusion.

Achieving our vision means we're recruiting people who are passionate about driving change and delivering evidence-based, responsive and affirming care that meet people where they are.

The Opportunity

The Dietitian develops and provides nutrition education programs for individuals, families, groups and communities. The Dietician works as a part of the inter-disciplinary team functioning both independently and with other staff in clinical and outreach activities.?

While the proportion of time allocated to different functions may vary according to service needs, the Dietitian's role encompasses a combination of direct care, health promotion and education, advocacy, community development, program development and evaluation.?

RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Care

Provides holistic care and acts as an entry point into the broader health or social service system including:?

Assess client's nutrition status by gaining an understanding of food habits or preferences, socio-economic and cultural background, psychological factors and clinical profile. Develop, implement and evaluate individual nutrition care plans according to the parameters of client's health, literacy level, income and relevant cultural and psychosocial factors Ensure continuity of care by maintaining up-to-date medical records, monitoring clients on a regular basis, and participating in case conferences with other members of health care team, as required Incorporate a self-management approach in individual counselling sessions, thus working collaboratively with clients to work towards client identified goals. Make appropriate referrals to other health professionals and community services and resources and complete appropriate documentation. Participating in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of treatment, education, counseling, and health promotion services for individuals, families, and the community. Providing services to clients at outreach locations. Maintains contact as required by Clinical Protocols with the physician or other staff through telephone consultation.
Health Promotion and Education?

Support and facilitate local community initiatives to identify barriers and improve food access. Develop and maintain networks with community organizations and groups in order to develop collaborative initiatives. Act as a technical advisor on food and nutrition programs and issues to staff of WellFort and as a consultant to other local health and social service agencies. Develop, implement and evaluate education projects and activities to meet nutritional needs of groups in the community. Use local media to promote healthy eating behaviours, and raise local food issues. Identify the needs for nutrition education resources and obtain or develop relevant and current resources to meet these needs. Advocate with other health agencies to develop culturally relevant nutrition resources. Maintain professional competence through participation in professional development programs, networking with peers and other related health professionals
Advocacy and Community Development?

Support the advocacy efforts of clients, agencies and policy makers to reduce barriers for clients and the broader community. Works with clients, especially those who traditionally experience barriers, to access to ensure that they are treated with fairness and dignity. Engages with the community to enhance its ability to function independently, to improve or protect the environment, and to support the development of healthy public policy and practice. Participates in community projects or WellFort activities to provide education, information or to develop collaborative strategies.
Administrative and Other?

Maintains clear, accurate and timely written and electronic documentation including EMR, requisitions, reports, encounters and other information as required by the health centre, MOH, other regulatory bodies. Stays current on evidence-based strategies that improve health. Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of government guidelines, acts and legislation affecting client care. Participate in policy development and advocacy within WellFort and at the community level Supervise, support or provide education for professionals in training, contract staff, or students as requested Follows WellFort policies and protocol for administrative requests (ie. expenses, vacation). Function effectively within the various teams at WellFort and work professionally, collaboratively and respectfully with all colleagues in the Centre. Participates in quality assurance programs, chart audits and peer audit process as required. Participates in research when opportunities arise. Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

Undergraduate degree in food and nutrition from a recognized university. Completion of a Canadian Dietetic Association accredited Dietetic Internship. Registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario and maintains current membership in the Canadian and Ontario Dietetic Associations. A minimum of five years of clinical counseling and community nutrition experience in a variety of primary care settings, one of which must be community health. Demonstrated commitment to best practices, ongoing learning, and client centered care. Experience working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing traditional health care institutions due to poverty, discrimination, mental health and substance use issues. An understanding of and critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational and community health. Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level. Experience working with confidential and time sensitive documents and information. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Experience working in a value based non-profit or social services organization. Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

Our Commitment to Equity

WellFort is an inclusive and equitable employer. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, persons with disabilities, and people with lived experience of poverty, homelessness, or systemic marginalization.

Interested applicants:

Forward your resume to hiring@wellfort.ca. Quote "

Job ID: 25022

" in the subject line.

No phone calls please. Successful candidates will be contacted

VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:

As a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully vaccinated unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or, proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable.

Fully vaccinated is defined as having received the completed series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and having received the final dose at least 14 days before your employment start date.

The candidate will be asked to provide WellFort with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. Acceptable proof is a Ministry of Health Dose Administration Receipt (or such other proof of vaccination that the Province of Ontario sanctions). This can be obtained through the Provincial portal https://covid-19.ontario.ca/get-proof/.

The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the organization will be required.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $33.53-$39.56 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Application question(s):

Are you legally eligible to work in Canada? Do you have a valid driving license and access to an insured vehicle?
Work Location: In person