A Little Nutrition has a position for an eating disorder Registered Dietitian

Contractor or employee position

Located locally prefered. Open to remote/virtual out of province candidates.

We are looking for someone to bring his or her nutrition expertise to the team as a dietitian working with patients living with an eating disorder.

You know you are ready to join our team if:

• You are someone who enjoys working in the mental health space and find working with individuals in eating disorder recovery rewarding.
• You feel comfortable working with adolescents, parents and caregivers.
• You like the idea of helping clients repair their relationship with food.
• You want the freedom to counsel clients, develop therapeutic relationships, and built out treatment teams that provide lasting support to those you are working with.

Job Description

We’re seeking an experienced registered dietitian with skills in adult and adolescent eating disorder recovery. *specifically adolescents at this time.

If you’re eager for a stimulating challenge that leaves you feeling fulfilled, enjoy building strong relationships with clients, and aspire to have a positive impact on their lives, then this opportunity might be right up your alley!

The ideal candidate should feel confident collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, establishing and nurturing trust with clients, and must be highly self-motivated, impeccably organized, and dedicated to helping clients normalize their eating patterns. As well as a thorough understanding and practice of the non-diet and Health At Every Size® approach.

*One of the key aspects that make this job unique is the opportunity to work in a flexible and autonomous environment. As a member of our team, you will have the ability to set your own schedule and manage your caseload independently. This allows you to create a healthy work-life balance and better serve your clients by being available at times that work for them.

MUST HAVE NUTRITION KNOWLEDGE/interest to learn in a few of THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

• Demonstrated knowledge of eating disorders.
• Knowledge of therapeutic techniques and strategies to support eating disorder recovery.
• Confidence with ones ability to educate patients and their families about eating disorder recovery.
• Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and experiences related to food, body image, and health.
• Ability to assess complex situations and develop effective treatment plans.
• Proficiency in motivational interviewing to encourage patient motivation and engagement in their recovery process.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, psychiatrists, and medical doctors.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience
• Must carry malpractice insurance
• Must be in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Manitoba.