DIET 24R - CYMH Dietitian - AMENDED

Posting Title
DIET 24R - CYMH Dietitian - AMENDED

Position Classification
Dietitian 24

Union
GEU

Work Options

Location
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$41.6543 - $47.4516 hourly

Close Date
2/7/2025

Job Type
Regular Part Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division
Child and Youth Mental Health

Job Summary

The Team
The Kamloops North Shore Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) and Eating Disorders Program is an established team dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families in the region. The team includes mainstream CYMH clinicians providing general mental health services. In addition, the team offer specialized services including Eating Disorders and Early Psychosis Intervention services. Eating Disorders team is composed of two specialized clinicians offering eating disorder treatment, dietitian, pediatrician, and psychiatrist. This collaborative group is committed to delivering high-quality, client-centered care across the Kamloops North Shore and the broader Interior region, fostering a supportive environment where team members work together to meet the diverse needs of their clients.

The Role
As a CYMH Dietitian, you will provide specialized dietitian services to youth with eating disorders as part of a multidisciplinary Eating Disorders clinic, as well as to children and youth accessing CYMH services. Your expertise will support clients in achieving their health and recovery goals through tailored nutrition plans and collaborative care. This position offers the chance to work within a well-established program, making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people and their families across the Interior region.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Registered Dietitian in good standing with the College of Dietitians of British Columbia, or eligible to obtain membership with the College of Dietitians of British Columbia before accepting an offer of employment.
• One (1) or more years of experience as a registered dietitian in a hospital, primary care, private practice, community, or long-term care setting.

Preference may be given to applicants with any of the following:

• Experience providing client-centered nutrition care to children and youth.
• Experience working with Eating Disorders youth.
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

Proviso/Willingness statements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).
• Travel, as necessary, is a requirement; therefore, transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Ministry.
• May be required to travel to other communities within the Service Delivery Area.
• May be required to travel in adverse (reasonable) weather conditions.
• May be required to use your own vehicle, with appropriate insurance, on an expense account basis.
• May be (on an occasional basis) be required to work flexible hours.
• May be required to work with families, children and youth who are distressed and facing challenges which may occasionally involve exposure to unpleasant situations or behaviour with angry, abusive, or abused clients; exposure to hazards from frequently working around parents and/or children in crisis who may display volatile behaviour.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Isabell.Martin@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
Amendment Jan. 21, 2025 - posting is extended and will now close on Feb. 7, 2025.
This position is part time (0.5 # FTE, 17.5 hours biweekly).
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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Job Category
Health Services, Social Services

Additional Information