Reference Number: 53686:Dietitian, Mental Health
Employment Type: Fixed Term Part Time (PT)
Location: Northern Health (All Campuses)
About the Role
The purpose of this 3 days per fortnight, fixed term until January 2027 (parental leave cover) Senior Dietician role is to contribute to excellence in patient care through nutrition services across the Mental Health Division specifically for this fixed period in Broadmeadows Psychiatric Inpatient Unit.
Responsibilities
* Undertake a direct clinical role across the Mental Health Division primarily inpatient and including community, sub‐acute and acute sites.
* Provide nutrition support for consumers with severe mental illness who are at risk of or experiencing metabolic syndrome and severe eating disorders.
Qualifications
* Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics acceptable for full membership of Dietitians Australia.
* At least 7 years post‐graduation experience, as per the Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement.
* Demonstrated experience in the management of consumers with severe mental illness including eating disorders.
* Experience as part of the Equally Well Physical Health Team across Northern Mental Health.
* Ability to provide individualised nutrition care plans for severe mental health issues including eating disorders, schizophrenia and bipolar affective disorder, in line with evidence‐based practice.
* Provision of nutrition education for consumers across the service.
Benefits
* Health and Wellbeing programs, including the new Thrive program.
* Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support.
* An inclusive and culturally safe space.
* Access to salary packaging and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
* Comprehensive library services for learning, research, clinical decision‐making, leisure and wellbeing.
NH is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
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