Diabetes Dietitian Clinician -FT- SLDP 02/22

Reports To: Manager: Rehabilitation & Chronic Disease Programs

• Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Nutrition or equivalent.
• Completion of Dietetic Internship.
• Registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario, or eligibility to obtain.
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) required, or willing to obtain within one year.
• Membership in the Diabetes Educators Section of the Canadian Diabetes Association preferred.

• Develops, implements, and evaluates comprehensive, interdisciplinary teaching programs and follow-up for diabetes management.
• Contributes to development and delivery of workshops related to nutrition and diabetes education needs of clients.
• Counsels clients in regards to nutritional needs on an individual basis.
• Fosters and maintains effective working relationships with all segments inclusive of internal and external partners and communities.
• Contributes to the development, evaluation and revision of the purpose, philosophy, goals, objectives, and operating strategies for Sioux Lookout Diabetes Program, consistent with SLMHC’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.
• Participates in developing, implementing, and interpreting policies and procedures for Sioux Lookout Diabetes Program.
• Acts as a nutritional resource person for clients, their families, other health professionals and support agencies.
• Assumes responsibility for own development and maintenance of clinical competence.
• Ensures safety is a priority.
• Travel to northern First Nations communities to provide nutrition education, direct client care and community capacity building programs (1 to 2 weeks per month).
• Maintains accurate, comprehensive statistics.  Maintains relevant records, files and charts with pertinent nutritional information.
• Maintains a research-based practice and participates in research projects, as appropriate.
• Must adhere to organizational policies and procedures concerning cleaning, hand hygiene and the use of Personal Protective Equipment in support of Infection Control measures and attend training when necessary.