Hastings County has an opening for one (1) permanent full time Dietitian position at Hastings Centennial Manor in Bancroft. Reporting to the Dietitian Food Services Manager, the Dietician is responsible for the resident care program in accordance with Ministry Standards.
Hastings County is situated on the traditional territory of many nations including the Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee peoples. The County also acknowledges the Mohawk and Algonquin nations whose traditional and unceded territory Hastings County is located on.
Geographically it is the second largest county in Ontario, stretching almost 160 kilometers from the Bay of Quinte in the south to the edge of Algonquin Park in the north. Including the cities of Belleville and Quinte West, more than 145,000 people make Hastings County their home. With easy access into the cities of Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal either by road or rail Hastings County is strategically located.
If you have a family, our elementary and secondary school systems provide high quality education through the Hastings Prince Edward Public and the Limestone School Boards. Hastings County is also proud to be the home of Loyalist College, one of Ontario’s premier community colleges offering a wide range of diploma and degree programs.
Residents’ health care needs are served by Quinte Health Care Corporation (QHC) and family health teams throughout the County. QHC runs three hospitals in the Town of Bancroft and cities of Belleville and Quinte West. It also owns and operates a hospital in Picton in Prince Edward County.
If you are urban focused, the cities of Belleville and Quinte West along the Bay of Quinte shoreline provide municipal services to more than 100,000 residents as well a wide range of shopping amenities, sporting venues and other cultural attractions. If rural living suits you best, Hastings County can meet your needs. Our 14 member municipalities have all that you will require including a range of housing types, shopping, entertainment, schools and access to outdoor recreational amenities including an extensive trail system that connects to other counties in our region.
Guiding Principals:
• Practice and uphold the mission, vision, values of Hastings/Quinte Long-Term Care services that focuses on a person-centered care philosophy.
Leadership and Oversight:
•Consult and collaborate with team members the Medical Director and Attending Physician
•Promote positive team member and resident relations.
•Collaborate with community partners and resources.
Program Delivery:
•Provide nutrition counseling and education to residents, families, and team members.
•Assess the nutritional status of the Residents and develop individualized care plans; implement, monitor and evaluate plans, ongoing
•Participate on committees and attend meetings as required. Including but not limited to Quality Improvement Committee, Resident Multidisciplinary Conferences, Accreditation
•Monitor and evaluate nutrition/hydration status of residents.
•Evaluate and modify as needed therapeutic diets, supplemental nourishments, and enteral feedings.
•Address individual resident nutrition needs and complete Dining Program
•Assist with menu development, review and evaluation including meeting with Resident Council in accordance with the FLTCA and Regulations
•Maintain appropriate documentation and records. Ensure systems are in place for accurate monitoring and documentation in order to evaluate nutrition and hydration status.
•Ensure that legislated requirements are being met for dietitian hours
•Adherence to confidentiality and the Personal Health Information Protection Act.
Health & Safety:
•Immediately report and document all incidents of alleged, suspected, or witnessed abuse or neglect of a resident in accordance with the Fixing Long-Term Care Home Act, 2021 and home policies and procedures.
•Be aware of and follow emergency response procedures including all practice drills.
•Be accountable for the delivery of high quality, safe, and reliable care along with a safe working environment to ensure and protect the health and safety of those who use and deliver the programs and services provided by Hastings Manor.
•Works in a safe manner in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, associated regulations, other applicable legislation, County policies and procedures, and guidelines.
Minimum Qualifications:
•Four-year Bachelor of Science Degree or related field of study
•Current registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario in good standing
•Internship/Masters
•Superior planning and management skills.
•Demonstrated leadership ability.
•Ability to work with minimal supervision and demonstrate sound decision making, time management and administrative skills.
•Strong written and oral communication skills.
•Ability to promote strong community linkages for sharing resources
•Proven knowledge and understanding of the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 and its regulations an asset.
•Membership in the Gerontology Networking Committee of Dietitians of Canada preferred.
•Active member of the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management preferred.
Hours of Work:
•Normal hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (35 hours/week).
•Occasional overtime may be required for project completion.
Salary Range: $82,168 – $96,125 per annum, with excellent fringe benefits
Interested candidates may submit their resume and covering letter not later than Friday, February 28, 2025 by 4pm
Colleen Dunham
A/Human Resources Advisor
Talent Management & Acquisition
Please Quote: 2025-NON-CM-79 – “Your Name” within in the subject line and submit your application to careers@hastingscounty.com
In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information collected will be used only for the purposes of this employment opportunity.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
The County of Hastings is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Please contact us if you require this posting in an alternate format. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.