DIETITIAN (St. Catharines)

Registered Dietitian St. Catharines, Ontario Salary Range: $40.00 per hour to $45.00 per hour Status: Permanent Part time Vacancy Southbridge, the owner and operator of several long‑term care homes and retirement communities in Ontario, is currently seeking a Registered Dietitian to join a dynamic food and nutrition department. The role involves ensuring residents receive nutritious, delicious meals that are prepared and served with care. Responsibilities - Consult with and advise the Food Service Manager and Director of Care on nutrition and hydration program needs as part of the Clinical Team. - Conduct nutritional assessments for each resident using RAI MDS 2.0 as required. - Determine individualized diets and other nutritional interventions for residents, involving family members and the care team. - Develop, implement, and evaluate nutritional care plans, identifying concerns, goals, and interventions for all residents. - Maintain excellent communication with the Food Service Manager regarding residents’ changing needs. - Review the two seasonal menus for nutritional adequacy and provide written approval. - Educate residents, family members, and team members on nutrition and hydration recommendations. - Represent Southbridge on the Interdisciplinary Team and in regional and professional activities as appropriate. - Participate in interdisciplinary committees related to resident care, facility operation, and quality indicators. Qualifications - Registered Dietitian, eligible for membership with the College of Dietitians of Ontario. - Extensive knowledge of geriatric nutrition. - 3–5 years’ experience in a long‑term care setting preferred. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office, internet, and RAI MDS 2.0; familiarity with PointClickCare is an asset. - Excellent organizational, time‑management, and multi‑tasking skills. - Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety practices, principles, and legislation. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Customer‑focused attitude with demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective team relationships with staff and residents. - Negative vulnerable sector check completed within 6 months of hire date. - Completion of a 2‑step TB skin test within the last 12 months. Southbridge’s mission is to operate a best‑in‑class portfolio of care homes and retirement communities that consistently deliver excellence in care and services in an economically sustainable manner. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in working as part of our team! Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. Southbridge welcomes applicants with disability‑related needs and those requiring accommodation during the recruitment process. Please provide notice of your need for accommodation to the hiring manager upon scheduling an interview. Note: At Southbridge, we care about your privacy and strive to protect applicant data throughout the recruitment process. Information that we gather from applicants via job postings is used solely for the purposes of recruiting and hiring. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2o3m9q