Registered Dietitian (Temporary Full Time 1 Year with possibility for extension)

Are you passionate about supporting children and families in Northwestern Ontario

FIREFLY is seeking a temporary full time (1 Year) with possibility of extension Registered Dietitian to join our team providing services across the region through a combination of in-person and virtual care.

About FIREFLY

FIREFLY is a multi-service non-profit organization committed to strengthening the health and well-being of children youth and families. We provide community-based mental health and developmental services across Northwestern Ontario in partnership with families schools child care centres and community organizations.

About the Role

As a Registered Dietitian at FIREFLY you will support children and youth experiencing eating disorders complex feeding challenges and nutritional concerns to achieve optimal health and well-being through evidence-informed family-centred care.

You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to deliver assessment treatment and consultation services partnering closely with families caregivers and community providers to ensure coordinated and responsive care.

Reporting to the Clinical Manager you will:

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional screening and assessments for children and youth.
• Develop and implement individualized evidence-informed nutrition care plans.
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions to support optimal health outcomes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support integrated client care.

• Provide education training and support to families caregivers and schools.
• Consult with community agencies to enhance service coordination and continuity of care.
• Contribute to program development evaluation and resource creation.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic clinical documentation.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to collaborative decision-making.
• Travel within the FIREFLY service region and provide services based on client needs.

This role requires flexibility including some evening work and travel across the service area.

What Were Looking For

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in a Canadian accredited food and/or nutrition program and completion of a Clinical Internship Program
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant clinical experience is preferred
• Experience providing nutrition counselling to individuals and groups including community outreach
• Experience working with children youth and families is considered an asset

Skills & Competencies:

Clinical Assessment & Treatment

• Strong ability to assess nutritional needs and develop effective treatment plans
• Knowledge of disordered eating eating disorders and evidence-based interventions (e.g. Family-Based Treatment (FBT))
• Experience supporting children with developmental disabilities and complex feeding or swallowing challenges
• Competence in developing and monitoring enteral nutrition regimens for infants children and adolescents with skills in evaluating growth trajectories adjusting formulas and volumes and addressing possible tolerance issues.
• Competence in assessing and treating severe food selectivity in children and adolescents such as ARFID with an understanding of our neurodiversity influences feeding sensory processing and intervention planning.
• Competence in providing weight-inclusive evidence-based nutrition care for adolescents experiencing disordered eating.
• Commitment to Health At Every Size principles and non-diet approaches

Collaboration & Communication

• Ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build trusting relationships with families caregivers and service providers

Cultural Responsiveness

• Knowledge of and experience working with First Nations communities and Anishinaabe culture is an asset
• Commitment to inclusive respectful and culturally responsive care

Organization & Professional Practice

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage a caseload and balance competing priorities
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Additional Requirements

• Valid drivers licence in good standing
• Fluency in French is an asset

Conditions of Employment:

• Clear Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening required upon hire
• Travel within the service region is required
• Commitment to FIREFLYs mission vision and values
• Must respect and actively promote health and safety policies of the Agency

Why Join FIREFLY

At FIREFLY we are committed to supporting children and families through collaboration inclusion and community connection. You will join a supportive team environment with opportunities for growth and meaningful impact.

Benefits include:

• Participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Vacation entitlement paid or banked at 4% per year
• Paid sick leave accrued monthly
• Additional paid time off including Wellness Days and Community Service/Cultural Days (3 total per fiscal year each)
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative workplace culture

Interested in this position

Still not sure if FIREFLY is the agency for you Would you like to interview us We would be happy to give you an in-person or virtual tour and connect you with some of our amazing team members.

This position is open until filled by someone awesome like you!

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