Weeneebayko Health Ahtuskaywin

Diabetes Education Dietitian

The Weeneebayko Health Ahtuskaywin is seeking candidates for the position of DIABETES EDUCATION DIETITIAN. Under the supervision of the Director of Patient Care you will be responsible for nutrition assessment of clients and provides recommendations to the interdisciplinary team for on-going treatment on the assessment and on-going evaluations. The Dietitian works with the team to provide ongoing diabetes education with the goal of maximizing self-management for the client. As part of the Northern Diabetes Health Network and Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative program, you will function as an educator and resource member for the Mushkegowuk Territory.

Qualifications:

Member of the College of Dietitians of Ontario
Certified Diabetes Educator (or willingness to obtain certification within a prescribed time frame)
Member of the Diabetes Educator Section of the Canadian Diabetes Association
Bachelor’s degree in Applied Nutrition; completion of Dietetic Internship
Experience working with Aboriginal people and communities is an asset
English is essential for this position

Wage and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Agreement in force. Additional entitlements include Isolated Post Allowance; Pension Plan participation; Health & Welfare Benefits; Vacation Leave Assistance; Relocation assistance; and subsidized Housing

Please apply in writing, quoting Competition #10-WHA-OC-009

Please submit your cover letter, resume and two recent work references to:

Human Resources Department
Weeneebayko Health Ahtuskaywin
P.O. Box 664
Moose Factory, ON P0L 1W0

Resumes can be faxed to 705-658-4917 or emailed to hr@wha.on.ca

For a copy of the work description and list of qualifications, contact Dobi at 705-658-4544 ext.2326 or by email at hr@wha.on.ca

Posted June 3, 2010