The Opportunity: Dietitian – Part-time Permanent
Posting Date: February 2026
The Dietitian is responsible for the provision and management of cost effective Dietetic care to individuals and/or families in the community. Care is provided within the framework of quality & risk management and the standards and scope of practice set by Carefor and the provincial regulatory body (CDO) for the Dietitian. Is responsible for the assessment, treatment, consultation and counseling to clients and their families in the community by: developing a Client Care Plan for each Client in accordance with the Client Service Plan and in consultation with the Client and, if applicable, the Caregiver; providing Dietetic Interventions to Clients in accordance with the Client Care Plan; handling and caring for Equipment and Supplies relating to the delivery of Dietetic Services at the Service Delivery Location; communicating with the CCAC through the maintenance of Client Records; developing a teaching plan that will enable the Client to achieve the Care Plan Goals.
Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit, with over 1,200 employees operating in Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke-Renfrew County. The founding chapter of the Victorian Order of Nurses, Carefor has been helping seniors and people living with disabilities in Eastern Ontario live with choice and dignity since 1897.
For our staff, we are proud to help them be the best they can be both now and into the future. Through comprehensive onboarding and continual training, you are continuously improving your professional practice with Carefor; and with the HOOPP pension plan, great benefits and a flexible schedule, we’re looking out for you and your family. At Carefor, we know our work matters, and we’re proud of the impact we have in people’s lives.
Job Description
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What You Will Do:
- Schedules service providers for client visits in areas assigned by manager
- Provides work schedules to staff that meet client needs and maximize continuity of care.
- Keeps up to date with daily changes such as staff availability, changes in client service
- authorizations and/or care plans
- Ensures client and service provider information is accurate and up to date in the scheduling database
- Provides timely information, through the use of communication technology (telephone, fax, e-mail, voicemail), to field staff, services providers, co-workers, Managers and Supervisors, clients and customers
- Verifies visit confirmations from field staff and processes in a timely manner to be processed by the billing department
- Verifies payroll information for field staff in a timely manner ensuring accuracy of hours, mileage, stats and premiums.
- Contacts LHIN regarding discrepancies in frequency, authorization for extra visits or not seen/ not found visits, extensions to planned review dates
- Works collaboratively as part of a team willing to assist others and mentor new staff
- Contributes to the principles of customer-focused service and continuous quality improvement
- Functions and completes all duties in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation, regulations, and Carefor policies, procedures, and standards
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Qualifications
Education:
- Degrees/Certificates
- Registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
- BSc
- Current certification in CPR (recommended)
- Current and valid driver’s license
- Access to vehicle that is insured for business use
Experience:
Years & type of experience
- 3 to 5 years Clinical practice experience preferred
- Experience in community health preferred
Skills:
- Observation
- Independent assessment
- Health teaching
- Communication
- Interpersonal relationship building
- Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team
- Bilingual (English/French) preferred
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What We Have To Offer You:
- Defined Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Leadership team who values innovation, continuous improvement, quality and service excellence while appreciating work-life boundaries
- A collaborative, diverse and inclusive team culture
- Wellness program
- Company events
- Work-life balance
- Paid orientation and training
- Flexible Shifts
- All necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Company cell phone and tablet
Job Types: Part-time (37.5 hours bi-weekly or 0.5 FTE)
Location: Ottawa, ON (required)
Work Location: On the road (Please be advised that this role requires access to a personal vehicle for community travel).
Salary Range: $44.79- $52.50 per hour
Carefor is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please let us know in your application if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for accommodation will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.
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