Position Title: Registered Dietitian (Diabetes Educator) in the Diabetes Education Program (DEP)

Employment Status: Permanent Full-Time

Position Status: This is a Bargaining Unit position. All terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement apply.

Job Posting Deadline for Internal Candidates: October 21, 2026, at 5:00pm

Hours of Work/Schedule: Monday to Friday, 35 Hours per week

Position Reports To: Manager, Integrated Care and Experience

Salary Range: Annualized salary range $66,745 - $72,966, commensurate on skills and experience, plus participation in HOOPP and Group Benefits.

Primary Work Location: Oshawa, ON; (with flexibility to transition to/work at other DCHC sites as required).

Organization Overview

Who We Are: Durham Community Health Centre (DCHC) is a registered charitable organization that provides integrated, accessible, and equitable community-based primary care, wellness services, and health education for Durham community members facing barriers to health and well-being.

Who We Serve: DCHC offers equity-focused programs and services for priority populations, including Indigenous peoples, Black communities, 2SLGBTQI+ community members, newcomers to Canada, seniors, and clients without a family doctor. This approach helps community members access both preventive care and care when they are ill.

How We Work: Our interprofessional team includes physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, counsellors, dietitians, outreach workers, medical secretaries, and administrative staff. Together, we place each client at the centre of care and respond to their needs through integrated clinical care, wellness supports, and health education.

Why Join Now: This is an exciting time to join DCHC as we advance an energizing path toward greater impact in local health care. Guided by our Strategic Plan, Theory of Change, brand, client stories, and resources, we are diversifying, expanding, and strengthening how we serve the community. by diversifying, expanding, and leveraging our Strategic Plan, Theory of Change, Brand, Client Stories and Resources.

Position Overview

Working as a member of an interdisciplinary team of health professionals, the Registered Dietitian- Diabetes Educator provides education, consultation and liaison to clients, caregivers, family members and other service providers in Oshawa and contributes to the attainment of program objectives.

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for maintaining the professional standards of the discipline and in meeting the criteria of the job description set out by that discipline. Actively participating in regular team meetings, liaising with community-based providers, advocating on behalf of clients and their families and participation in inter-professional patient and family conferences as needed. In addition, the Registered Dietitian is responsible for adhering to the standards specific to the DEP team under the supervision of the manager.

Additionally, the Registered Dietitian will collaborate within an interdisciplinary team of health professionals across the region/community network that influence the health environment targeted to the client population, as well as within the Agency’s team structure, in support of goals that align with and achieve the Agency’s strategy, Mission, Vision and Values. The collaborative practice of this position includes accepting referrals from, consulting with, or referring to other health care providers in order to promote comprehensive and continuous care in both primary and acute care specialty practice.

Key Responsibilities:

·       Perform nutrition assessment and counseling to individuals

·       Co-facilitate group education

·       Act as a client advocate on individual and systemic issues including organizing and/or mobilizing community members and/or other professionals in the support of diabetes self-management

·       Participate in case conferences and ensure comprehensive treatment for clients by providing information and consultation to other Agency staff, healthcare practitioners and community partners

·       Contribute/participate in team-based duties as assigned, including contribution to operational and team effectiveness, and overall workplace success initiatives across the organization

·       Actively lead/participate/partner on projects/committees, internal and external as applicable

·       Contribute to policy/protocol development in relation to health care service delivery and/or professional practice

·       Engage in health promotion activities on and off site in conjunction with other service providers

·       Encounter (using assigned templates) and submit individual monthly statistical data as required

·       Participate actively in the development and promotion of the DEP throughout Oshawa and surrounding area

·       Contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of DEP protocols and directives

·       Perform chart documentation and chart reviews

·       Willing to maintain and develop professional competence

·       Participate in student and volunteer recruitment and supervision as assigned by Manager.

·       Other duties as assigned

Key Qualifications

1.        Undergraduate degree in food and nutrition from a recognized university with accredited dietetic internship

2.        Registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario required

3.        Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) considered an asset

4.        Adult Education certificate/experience considered an asset

5.        3-5 years of current practice within a Diabetes Education Unit and/or equivalent

6.        Sensitivity and awareness of cultural, racial, economic, and socially diverse communities

7.        Proficiency in the use of computers and various software applications; knowledge of Nightingale (NOD) an asset

8.        Proven experience in program development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation

9.        Capacity to maintain professional links with other sister agencies, colleges and universities

10.    Valid Ontario Driver’s license

11.    Subject to a police reference check

Key Attributes include:  Demonstrated Minimum Attributes core to the Agency:  Service oriented, Initiative, results oriented, flexible/adaptable, collaborative, effective communication skills, team player, ability to manage risk within one’s responsibility & accountability, ability to take accountability. In addition, the following are the role-specific attributes:  Conceptual thinker; efficient, alliance builder, creative & innovative thinker, analytical/systematic, empathic, and crisis management skills.

Working Conditions – Physical/Sensory/ Mental Demands Analysis:

·       Regular client data entry requiring hand-eye coordination, as a result of computer use (e.g., electronic medical record system, regular PC), and handwritten notes / documentation-taking

·       Required to work independently, while keeping the goals of the Agency, non-project and other sector of the community in mind

·       Required to regularly sit, and be prepared to facilitate learning sessions with clients that may require standing for longer than 30 minutes

·       May experience stress and stress related symptoms due to regular interaction with clients in crisis

·       Regular interaction and collaborative work with cross-disciplinary colleagues and community care partners

·       Must monitor their own time and stress levels to ensure that they are able to effectively assist clients and colleagues

Full vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory for this position. DCHC will adhere to its duty to accommodate individuals who are unable to be fully vaccinated for a reason protected under human rights legislation.

DCHC encourages applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities served, including Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and other equity-deserving groups.

Application Process:

1. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicant submissions will be kept on file for six months for future consideration.
2. Applicants are encouraged to provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Written correspondence about this job posting may be sent directly to the email address provided on the resume. Applicants are responsible for checking their email regularly.
3. All external hires must successfully complete pre-employment requirements, including reference checks and criminal background checks, including Vulnerable Sector Screening.
4. Please note that AI technology supports the application screening process. All final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team.

Durham Community Health Centre (DCHC) is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and celebrates diversity so that all employees have the opportunity to thrive.  DCHC will comply with all applicable standards as set out in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), the provisions of the Ontario Human Rights Code, and any other applicable legislation.  Accessibility: If you have accessibility needs and require alternate formats or other accommodations, please contact our Talent and Culture team at 905-723-0036, or by email to .[email protected].