Job Description

CFMWS - WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we're more than just a workplace; we're a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.



Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.



As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

THE ROLE

The Performance Dietitian Specialist will plan, deliver and evaluate performance nutrition services tailored to meet the current and evolving needs of CANSOFCOM Unit members. They will provide performance nutrition advice and coaching to CANSOFCOM Unit members based on evidence-based peer-reviewed literature. Additionally they will assess and analyze dietary practices, body composition, and energy balance (intake and expenditure) of CANSOFCOM Unit members in the context of athletic performance and health.



The Performance Dietitian Specialist will counsel CANSOFCOM Unit members on achieving and maintaining a level of body mass, body fat, and muscle mass that is consistent with good health and performance. They will also provide personalized individual, group meal plans and performance enhancements to promote the achievement of goals for optimal performance and health.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, Nutritional Science, Sports Nutrition, Applied Human Nutrition or in a related field AND some year of experience in dietetics, nutrition, nutritional sciences or sports nutrition



Registered with the Ontario College of Dietitians or with a provincial regulatory organization and a member of Dietitians of Canada


Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD), an asset


Precision Nutrition Level 1 and 2 Certifications, an asset



NCSA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Certification, an asset



International Olympic Committee (IOC), Diploma in Sport Nutrition, an asset

Experience

In working with elite athletes in a high performance environment

In planning, delivering and performing ongoing evaluation of performance nutrition/sport specific demands based services and programs

In addressing client non-evidence based nutrition beliefs/attitudes

In evaluating effectiveness of performance nutrition services

In assessing the impact of nutrition on performance and injury prevention

In planning and delivering training courses, workshops, presentations and specialized clinics

In performance nutrition coaching, education, training and meal planning

In facilitation techniques and strategies

In adult education principles and techniques

In managing projects

In risk management

In communication and marketing and budget administration

In applying policies, procedures, and regulations

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

English Essential, Bilingual (English and French) an asset



Reading: Advanced



Writing: Functional



Oral: Functional

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Health Benefits:

Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.

Work Life Balance:

Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning:

A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development:

Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.

Perks:

Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting:

https://cfmws.ca/Benefits

OTHER INFORMATION

This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

START DATE

04 August 2025

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.



Job Reference: CFMWS14717