Public Health Community Dietitian

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Department Information

Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority – Yellowknife Region (NTHSSA)  is one of eight health and social services authorities established by the Department of Health and Social Services in the Government of the Northwest Territories.

NTHSSA – Yellowknife Region delivers and administers Population Health, Primary Health Care and Social Services programs in the communities of Dettah, Fort Resolution, Lutselk’e, Ndilo and Yellowknife.

Our mission is to work with people to optimize wellbeing through the provision of collaborative and culturally appropriate health and social services.

Job Information

Are you passionate about improving community health through nutrition, chronic disease prevention, and culturally responsive care? Join the NTHSSA as a Public Health and Community Dietitian and help make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities across the Yellowknife Region.

As the Public Health and Community Dietitian, you will provide leadership and expertise in nutrition, health promotion, and chronic disease prevention. Working collaboratively with health professionals, schools, Indigenous organizations, community groups, and other partners, you will develop and deliver innovative nutrition programs and provide dietitian services to individuals and families.

Key Responsibilities

•     Deliver community nutrition and healthy eating programs.
•     Provide nutrition assessments, counselling, and care planning.
•     Promote chronic disease prevention and healthy lifestyles.
•     Develop nutrition education resources and public health messaging.
•     Support food security and community wellness initiatives.
•     Collaborate with healthcare providers, schools, and community partners.
•     Facilitate workshops and group education sessions.
•     Provide culturally safe, client-centered nutrition services

Key Qualifications

•     A Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition; and
•     A minimum of One (1) year of recent experience in acute or ambulatory care; and
•     The Completion of an accredited Dietetic Internship Program.

Additional Requirements

•     Valid Class 5 drivers' license
•     Eligibility for registration with a provincially regulated association of Registered Dietitians is required.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only

Health Recruitment

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR

BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9

Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106

Fax (867) 873-0445

[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

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Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Immunization Status

The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.  If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.  For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28468

Closing Date: November 11, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03 per hour (approximately $106,158 - 126,809.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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