·        Provide one on one education to support health promotion and chronic illness prevention through nutrition management across the life span

·        Assess and implement nutritional care plans for clients with acute and chronic conditions. Request diagnostic tests and laboratory investigations as required

·        Work collaboratively with Noojmowin Teg Health Centre (NTHC) programs and services

·        Make evidence-based recommendations when counselling clients on therapeutic diets for their medical condition to support remission and/or recovery

·        Incorporate cultural, health beliefs, income and education when developing nutrition care plans

·        Provide nutrition assessments and care at the Health Centres, home visits etc., as required

·        Liaison with home care programs and/or nursing staff in the First Nations communities

·        Provide education and health promotion activities to individuals and groups, on going

·        Develop nutrition materials and resources as required

·        Complete client charting within the electronic medical record (EMR) database in an accurate and timely manner

·        Collaborate and communicate with health care providers and clients to ensure that appropriate management and timely responses to inquiries are provided

·        Network with partner agencies to improve practices, enhance services, and improve shared initiatives relevant to the position

·        Support, maintain and implement the organizations goals and objectives by promoting the interdisciplinary provider model, revision of programming as required, provision of consultation services to community groups, agencies, and Health Centre staff

·        Assistance in the implementation of quality assurance measures to provide quality and cost-efficient nutritional care

·        Prepare statistical reports for reporting and evaluation purposes

·        Participate in cultural learning opportunities

·        Other duties as assigned

·        Registration in good standing with The College of Dietitians of Ontario

·        One to three years’ experience working in clinical and/or other community nutrition

·        Valid Class G Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle

 

·        Experience working with Indigenous communities

·        Strong knowledge of diabetes management including the nutritional and pharmaceutical aspects of care

·        Knowledge of Indigenous health issues

·        Knowledge of service providers within the Manitoulin Island catchment area

·        Understanding and sensitivity for the Anishinabek culture

·        Skilled in interactive teaching techniques for both individuals and groups

·        Strong time management, verbal, and written communication skills

·        Strong charting skills are an asset

 

·        Ability to deliver presentations and workshops in a group environment

·        Ability to speak Anishinaabemowin is an asset

·        Potential exposure to biohazards and infectious diseases

·        Food Preparation and food safety practices

·        Frequent long-distance travel required

·        Services are delivered within communities, at clinics, or on-site at Noojmowin Teg Health Centre

·        Exposure to wood smoke and the burning of sacred medicines, including tobacco, sweetgrass, sage and cedar may occur within the work setting

·        Work schedules may include after-hours work