DIET 24R – Dietitian – Specializing in Eating Disorders

Posting Title
DIET 24R – Dietitian – Specializing in Eating Disorders

Position Classification
Dietitian 24

Union
GEU

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Port Moody, BC V3H 5C9 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$41.65 – $47.45 hourly

Close Date
10/29/2024

Job Type
Regular Part Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division
Child and Youth Mental Health/HDQ North Fraser Eating Disorder program

Job Summary

The Team
Join our established North Fraser Eating Disorder program, a specialized team dedicated to supporting children and youth diagnosed with eating disorders. You’ll work alongside a compassionate and dynamic group of professionals, including clinicians, physicians, pediatricians, and a team leader, all focused on making a real impact. Our collaborative approach not only saves lives but fosters a supportive, inclusive environment where creativity, flexibility, and laughter are key to our success.

The Role
As a Registered Dietitian with the North Fraser Eating Disorder program, you’ll help clients rebuild their relationship with food and support their recovery from eating disorders like Anorexia, Bulimia, ARFID, and OSFED. You’ll deliver evidence-based nutrition therapy in both individual and group settings, working alongside a passionate interdisciplinary team. In this role, you’ll have the chance to make a life-changing impact while continuously growing and learning through collaboration and professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Registered Dietitian in good standing with the College of Dietitians of British Columbia, or eligible to obtain membership with the College of Dietitians of British Columbia before accepting an offer of employment.
• Minimum of one (1) years of experience as a registered dietitian in an out-patient or community setting.
• Experience in the use of relevant computer software, including electronic health records, and MS Office.

Preferences

• Two (2) or more years’ experience as a registered dietitianin an out-patient or community setting.
• Experience in assessing clinical, biochemical, anthropometric measures, dietary concerns and feeding skills as well as understanding the varied determinants of health acting on intervention plans.
• Experience with concerns of weight fluctuations, potential nutrient deficiencies, feeding issues, and significant nutrition related side effects of pharmacological treatments.
• Experience in prescribing therapeutic diets for specialized mental health populations.
• Experience with growth charts to monitor anthropometrics to prevent weight issues that impact mental health.
• Experience working with children (aged 0-12) and youth (aged 12-19) with feeding problems/eating disorders and their caregivers

For questions regarding this position, please contact cindy.torssonen@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:

This position is part time (0.6 FTE, 42 hours biweekly)
This position is located out of Port Moody and serves Burnaby, New Westminster, the Tri-cities and Maple Ridge.
An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and / or temporary opportunities.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service offers a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits , including one of the best pension plans available, and a variety of opportunities for career learning and development. To find out more, explore What the BC Public Service offers You

How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO- Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES– Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES– You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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Job Category
Health Services, Scientific and Technical