DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of current dietetic standards of practice with a broad base of nutrition skills.
• Skilled in the provision of enteral nutrition services.
• Communication skills using a variety of methods.
• Ability to be sensitive to the cultural, social and regional conditions in order to develop effective programs.
  -Ability to educate clients of all ages and their families on appropriate diet, nutrition, self- management methods.
  Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
  A Baccalaureate Degree in Nutrition, and completion of an accredited Dietetic Internship program, and one (1) year of recent experience in acute/ambulatory care.
  Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Current eligibility for registration with a provincially regulated association of Registered Dietitians is required.
Membership with Dietitians of Canada is an asset.

Please refer the Job description for details