24-27 Registered Dietitian (Contract) – Victory House

at  The Bloom Group

• Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions and current health plans to create nutritional programs based on the health needs of the residents.
• Consult with physicians and healthcare staff to determine nutritional needs of the residents
• Participate in menu development (new menu, seasonal menu )
• Document nutrition assessment, care plans & recommendations at each stage of the process
• Attend care conferences to provide input on resident’s nutritional status
• Monitor resident satisfaction with Food and Nutrition Services and respond to needs that may
• Assist with ensuring the production and service of attractive, nutritious meals for
• Advise on required changes, including equipment in Food and Nutrition
• Participate in and make recommendations at interdisciplinary care conferences or provide verbal or written input or delegate attendance to the Food Services Manager.
• Prepare monthly reports detailing clinical activities and submit to the client
• Performs other related duties as requested by manager

EDUCATION/PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Food & Nutrition from a university accredited by College of Dietitians of British Columbia
• Completion of one year of Dietetic Internship
• Current membership in the College of Dietitians of
• Two years’ experience working in a long-term care setting or with mental health clients preferred

ABILITIES/SKILLS:

• Ability to communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing.
• Ability to take initiative and work with minimal amount of supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and in a changing work environment.
• Ability to empathize and work with people who may have experienced abuse, poverty, grief and loss, oppression, violence, mental health challenges, and/or addictions issues, and/or those who may be living with HIV/AIDS or other life-limiting or life-threatening conditions.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position such as capabilities which are compatible with walking, stopping, bending, and lifting heavy residents using effective and safe body mechanics.
• Knowledge of Mental Health standards and regulations and the ability to meet those standards an
• Ability to operate basic computer programs, MS Windows environment, MS Outlook, Word and

Please refer the Job description for details