ABOUT US
Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.
WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.
- Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
- Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
- Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
- Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Manager, Nutrition, the Nutrition Educator is responsible for teaching food selection, budgeting and food preparation skills, coordinating food security initiatives, providing nutrition education sessions and promoting healthy eating. The Nutrition Educator plans, develops, co-ordinates and implements food and nutrition programs and services.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Works under the lead of a Public Health Nutritionist, while working independently, to plan, develop, co-ordinate and deliver food and nutrition programs, services and projects as outlined in the Mandatory Health Programs and Services Guidelines under the Health Protection and Promotion Act.
- Responsible for food services provided at program sites across York Region. Develops weekly menus, grocery lists and provides food preparation skills teaching at sites.
- Develops the content, including teaching resources, and provides food and nutrition education sessions for program site staff, volunteers, program participates and community groups to meet the identified needs, including food selection, menu planning, budgeting, food preparation skills and nutrition education.
- Organizes special occasions and events throughout the year, including menu planning, overseeing food preparation and nutrition education for events.
- Develops and delivers training and support to program participants and staff on food and nutrition topics.
- Provides and/or assists in planning and delivering food and nutrition workshops in the community on a wide variety of topics.
- Provides training sessions to community groups on food preparation, starting community kitchens and preparing nutritious food.
- Provides orientation and support to new staff members.
- Provides field experiences for students and dietetic interns.
- Maintains food and nutrition knowledge by individual study and by participating in continuing education sessions.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Baccalaureate of Science degree in Food and Nutrition from an accredited university.
- Two years experience in areas related to program assignments including teaching food selection, preparation skills, community presentations and small group facilitation with diverse groups.
- Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer focus, communication, collaboration and personal ownership.
- Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence, and a reliable vehicle for use on corporate business.
- Knowledge of food, food science, menu planning, food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, food safety and budgeting.
- Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer focus, communication, collaboration and personal ownership,
- Knowledge of healthy eating and nutrition.
- Knowledge of the impact of social, income, economic, environmental and cultural issues in food access, food selection and food preparation.
- Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, team work, initiative/self management and accountability, and flexibility/adaptability.
- Ability to work flexible hours, outside of normal business hours.
