Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutrition or equivalent
Graduate from an accredited Internship / Masters Practicum Program
General member with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
Recent clinical experience (within the last 2 years) in Diabetes Education
Certificate in Diabetes Education and / or Principles of Adult Education
Certified Diabetes Educator or willingness to obtain within 2 years of employment and maintain
certification
Able to support intensive insulin therapy (multiple daily insulin injections)
Willingness to become certified in insulin management
Certified Insulin Pump trainer or recent experience with Insulin Pumps would be an asset
Willingness and ability to supervise dietetic interns
Experience in providing individual and group instruction to patients, community members and health professionals
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge and experience utilizing the principles of adult learning and chronic disease self-management
Experience working within / or awareness of Aboriginal culture
Ability to function effectively in a team environment and as an independent practitioner
Knowledge of computer skills to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint applications
Commitment to continuous learning
Valid Class G Driver’s license and access to a reliable insurable vehicle
Ability to travel to venues outside of assigned site
Availability to work all shifts, including weekends and available for multi-site coverage when required
Recent satisfactory performance and attendance record
Adherence to Brightshores ‘CARE’ Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and ‘LEAD’ Competencies (Lead by example, Empower, Achieve results, Develop others) and a commitment to a safe workplace free of violence and harassment
Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes