Dietitian (Feeding Therapy)

Job No: 114205
Location: Blacktown

  • 12 month maternity leave contract position with possibility of extension
  • Part-time (24 hours per week), with flexible days/times to suit your lifestyle
  • Competitive $$ negotiable with qualifications and experience
  • Generous benefits including salary packaging, free parking and more

About the Organisation

Growing Early Minds supports children and their families by providing early childhood intervention services for children with a range of developmental delays, concerns and disabilities.

A not-for-profit organisation Growing Early Minds has a proud history that started in 1994. While the landscape of childhood services continues to change, the continuity and commitment from Growing Early Minds will always remain the same. The range of services offered includes speech language pathology, occupational therapy, dietetics and nutrition, psychology, behaviour and family support services, all offered to families under the one roof. 

About the Opportunity 

Growing Early Minds now has an exciting opportunity for a Dietitian (Feeding Therapy) to join their professional team based in Blacktown, NSW. This is a part-time (24 hour per week) role with days and times negotiable.

The role is initially being offered as 12 month, maternity leave contract, however extension to a more permanent position is possible due to ongoing growth within the organisation. 

Reporting to the Practice Lead this role will see you responsible for providing assessments, therapy services, consultancy and practical support for Early Childhood Educators and Teachers in relation to nutrition and feeding issues primarily for young children up to 10-12 years of age. You will also provide training and skills development for parents around nutrition and offer professional recommendations and ongoing support for complex needs requirements.  

About You

Our ideal candidate for this position will hold a Bachelor Degree or higher in Nutrition and Dietetics, as well as specific qualifications in the SOS Approach to Feeding. However - candidates who hold relevant qualification, who are trained in the SOS approach to feeding or similar, will also be considered for this role and are encouraged to apply.

With a passion for children, families and the community, you will have a sound knowledge in paediatric nutrition services and feeding therapy supports, ideally with some demonstrated experience gained in delivering these services. 

Critical to your success in this position will be strong time-management skills and the ability to manage your own workflow without supervision, including the scheduling/rescheduling of appointments and maintaining regular communication with your client base. 

Whilst you will be well supported as part of a multi-disciplinary team and will also have access to monthly external support, you will be the only acting Dietitian within the organisation. As such, you will need to be comfortable working autonomously and confident in your ability to deliver appropriate services to your clients and to maintain your knowledge of industry updates and resources. 

Please note: Before commencement, the successful candidate must hold a current First Aid Certification, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Training and a Current Working With Children Check. You will also need to have a current open Driver's License and your own vehicle with comprehensive insurance cover. Successful candidates will need to complete the NDIS Worker Orientation module 'Quality, Safety, and You, prior to commencement.

About the Benefits

In operation since 1994, Growing Early Minds is currently undergoing significant growth and as such, this is an exciting time to join the organisation, which also prides itself on being an Employer of Choice.

An attractive remuneration package is on offer, negotiable with the qualifications and experience you are bringing to the role. You will also have access to a range of additional benefits including: 

  • Competitive salary packaging with the ability to claim $15,900.00 tax-free (pro-rata);
  • A laptop and mobile, travel reimbursement and free parking;
  • Being part of innovative programs with interstate travel options;
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program with free counselling;
  • Supportive supervision and clinical supervision; and
  • Team building events and rewarding social activities. 

Bring your passion for children and families to one of Sydney's leading community services providers - Apply Now!

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