Job Description

Requisition ID: 357748Position Number: 20062408Posting End Date: April 25, 2024City: SelkirkEmployer: Shared HealthSite: Selkirk Mental Health CentreDepartment / Unit: SH Support Service Other SMHCJob Stream: ClinicalUnion: MAHCPAnticipated Start Date - End Date: 05/06/2024 - 05/30/2025Reason for Term: Other LeaveFTE: 1.00Anticipated Shift: DaysWork Arrangement: In PersonDaily Hours Worked: 8.00Annual Base Hours: 2080Salary: $31.021, $32.103, $33.216, $34.511, $35.774, $37.121, $38.543, $40.038, $41.545Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.Position OverviewThe dietitian is responsible for the clinical nutrition care of patients in the Acquired Brain Injury, Acute, Rehabilitation, Forensic, and Geriatric Programs. The dietitian plays a direct role in food service operations and is uniquely a member of both the Support Service and the Program teams.Under the general direction of the Manager of Support Services, the incumbent is responsible for the nutritional assessment and care plan for approximately 250 patients as well as training related to dietary and food services for program and support service staff.Experience

• Experience in clinical nutrition with focus on mental health and acquired brain injuries; management within a health care environment; and adult education are assets
• Experience experience working in a healthcare facility, preferably in mental health is an asset

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Bachelor\'s degree in food and nutrition, dietetics or related area from an accredited Canadian university program or the approved equivalent accredited by Dietitians of Canada
• Completion of an approved Dietetic Internship Program

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Incumbent must be currently registered and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Manitoba (CDM)
• Member of Dietitians of Canada is desired

Qualifications and Skills

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Publisher, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Working experience using a dietary software, especially Computrition, is an asset
• Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required
• Strong organizational and time management skills required to set priorities and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to foster positive work relationships in a team environment under minimal supervision and the ability to make independent decisions is required
• Knowledge of mental health illnesses and their nutritional implications

Physical RequirementsNot ApplicableThis term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

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