Community Dietitian

Description JOB SUMMARY

Working within the context of a client and family centered care model, and the visions/values of Vancouver Coastal Health, North Shore Coast Garibaldi service delivery area, the Community Dietitian in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team and taking a population health approach, plans, organizes, coordinates and evaluates nutrition programs directed towards health promotion and disease prevention.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Current full registration as a Dietitian with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC). Graduate of Dietitians of Canada accredited Dietetic Internship Program. Two years’ recent related clinical experience in pediatric and community nutrition or equivalent education, training and experience as approved by the College of Dietitians of BC . Local area travel requires use of personal vehicle. Valid BC Driver’s License.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesComprehensive knowledge of clinical issues relevant to pediatric and community health.Working knowledge of nutrition education principles, methods and delivery techniques for clients/parents of various cultural, educational and financial backgrounds.Considerable knowledge of community resources and available services.Working knowledge of client-centred care.Working knowledge of facilitation and conflict resolution techniques and demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.Demonstrated ability to instruct clients, parents, families, caregivers and other health care professionals regarding nutrition issues and related topics.Demonstrated ability to prepare and maintain a variety of charts, records and reports related to work and to perform all duties with minimal supervision.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and in collaborating for community interaction.Demonstrated ability to independently plan, organize and prioritize workload and adapt to a changing caseload in a complex environment.Computer literacy specifically with Windows applications and social media tools.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. Details At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.