Dietitian I

Your Opportunity:

Under the direction of the Manager, Nutrition Services, Calgary, and as an integral member of the Supportive Living team, the Supportive Living Dietitian provides direct nutrition care to Supportive Living clients in rural and urban Calgary. This position is responsible for assessing, developing, implementing and evaluating nutrition care plans for clients. In addition, this position provides nutrition support and education to AHS staff in the Supportive Living program, as well as contract agencies and provider staff. The position is a liaison to Nutrition Services for Supportive Living initiatives and issues. This Dietitian monitors patient outcomes, communicates with team members and documents in an appropriate manner. The dietitian plays an active role in the education of dietetic interns, nursing and other supportive living health professionals. Responsibilities will also include participation on committees as directed. Travel to supportive living sites within urban and rural Calgary is required.

Description:

As a Dietitian I, you may provide nutrition expertise to patients, clients and residents in a variety of health care and community settings to support positive nutrition and health outcomes. You may be responsible for the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of nutrition care plans. You may plan and deliver public health nutrition services and education programs that promote healthy living and disease prevention for individuals and groups in facility and community settings. You will also provide nutrition education to students and other health care professionals to support the delivery of evidence based nutrition information.

Classification: Dietitian I
Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
Unit and Program: Nutrition Services Supportive Living
Primary Location: Southport
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 0.50
Posting End Date: 12-NOV-2026
Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
Date Available: 30-NOV-2026
Temporary End Date: 30-APR-2028
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 2
Shifts per cycle: 5
Shift Pattern: Days
Days Off: As Per Rotation
Minimum Salary: $43.14
Maximum Salary: $57.37
Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Required Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science with a major in Foods and Nutrition. Completion of an internship program or practicum training program accredited by Dietitians of Canada. Active or eligibility for registration with the College of Dietitians of Alberta (CDA).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited Dietetic Internship.

Preferred Qualifications:

Supportive Living and/or seniors health experience. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with colleagues and clients as a member of a team, through experience working on an inter- or multi-disciplinary team. Experience providing nutrition education and knowledge support for healthcare professionals. Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge, skills and judgment necessary for independent practice. Evidence of effective counseling skills.