Dietitian (Southwood Care Centre)
Intercare Corp Group Inc.
Calgary, Alberta.
Are you a dedicated and compassionate Dietitian who is looking to make a difference in the lives of our Long-Term Care residents by providing quality care, read on! This job may be for you!
Come Join the Heart of Excellence!
Company Overview:
Intercare is a fully accredited Alberta based company providing health and life enrichment services in continuing care centers since 1992. Our purpose is to maintain dignity, offer choice and support growth to those we serve. Here at Intercare, our employees drive the success of our organization through the implementation of our core values. Without the dedication and commitment of our employees, Intercare would not have grown into a leader in the continuing care sector. That’s why we make every effort as an organization to provide our valued employees a safe, healthy, and rewarding work environment.
Location: Southwood Care Centre
Position Type: Part-time Temporary (0.8 FTE) or casual
Hours of Work: 8:00 am to 4:15 pm (flexibility required)
This line is temporary until approximately October 1, 2027
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and a graduate of an approved dietetic internship.
Registered Dietitian with current membership in the Canadian Dietetic Association and Alberta Registered Dietitians Association.
A minimum of three years’ experience in Dietetics, preferably within a long-term care facility.
Ability to work independently.
Demonstrates concern and interest in providing quality care and service for residents.
Mentally and physically able to perform duties as outlined.
Ability to function as an effective team member with other staff, residents, families, and the public.
Ability to read, write and comprehend the English language.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Food Service Program Delivery & Nutritional Care
Responsible for the provision of food service programs based on the assessed needs of the current customer population. Services shall include, but are not limited to:
Nutritional assessments and care plans
Therapeutic diets
Nourishments (special and routine)
Five‑week cyclical menu planning
Ethnic foods
Nutritional counseling
Education programs
2. Assessment, Documentation, and Care Planning
Complete InterRAI MDS assessment elements as appropriate for the discipline.
Participate in the review of triggered of RAPS and development of the resident care plan consistent with the Collaborative Care Model.
Documents assessments, interventions, and evaluations/outcomes as required on the resident’s health care record.
3. Quality Assurance, Consultation, & Community Resources
Evaluates the services provided by the Food Services Department, including but not limited to:
Efficiency of the meal service and delivery
Quality of food provided
Maintains an awareness of community resource/services and facilitates access to such services as required by facility customers.
Functions as a consultant within all Intercare facilities as required.
4. Education & Organizational Participation
Works with Education Services in planning, organizing, and implementing in‑service education for Food Service staff.
Participates in project teams, committees, and meetings as required and is responsible for reading minutes and memorandums provided to their team
5. Teamwork & Collaboration
Performs all duties in accordance with the written policies and procedures of the Employer, the facility and the Therapeutic Services Department.
Demonstrates effective team behaviors by:
Identifying opportunities for improvement and suggesting workable solutions
Supporting colleagues to foster individual and team success
Maintaining open-minded, patient, and positive communication
Choosing a positive growth-oriented attitude by viewing challenges as opportunities to learn and improve.
Remain flexible and in a constant state of readiness to help solve issues
Keeping communication open, constructive, and respectful
Coaching others to support their performance success
Contributing to a positive team environment by maintaining a good sense of humor.
6. Professional Practice & Development
Demonstrates professional conduct and accountability in all interactions.
Adheres to professional standards of practice.
Accepts responsibility for individual work performance and actively seeks and participates in learning opportunities to achieve or exceed performance expectations.
Participates in and presents at seminars and educational programs.
Keeps current on issues, practices and new trends in the food service industry and geriatric nutrition.
Participates in self‑assessment of educational needs.
7. Health & Safety
Understand and adhere to all organizational health and safety responsibilities as outlined in the corporate Health and Safety policy.
Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner and maintains the work area in a clean, orderly and safe condition.
Reports unsafe, hazardous working conditions and/or any equipment malfunctions to the appropriate person/department.
Participate in required health and safety training and initiatives to maintain compliance and promote workplace safety.
Understand and adheres to fire responsibilities as outlined in the Corporate Fire Response Manual.
What We Offer:
A healthy work-life balance.
Competitive compensation and benefits.
A respectful, inclusive, and positive work environment.
A collaborative, values-driven culture committed to quality care.
Company-sponsored events and staff recognition.
Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
For more information, visit https://www.intercarealberta.
Intercare’s Values
Respect | Compassion | Commitment | Service | Ethics
