Dietitian – headspace Batemans Bay

headspace Batemans Bay provides young people with access to Allied Health Professionals and community supports that they need to develop and maintain the skills and confidence to live healthy and happy lives. The centre also engages in community awareness and seeks to develop and implement innovative programs to improve the mental health and wellbeing of young people in the region. Relationships Australia Canberra & Region is the lead agency for headspace Batemans Bay and is supported by a Consortium.

Relationships Australia is a community sector organisation with a proud and rich history. We connect with families, communities, and thousands of people across the lifespan. You may know us for our family and couples counselling. We also give back to the community through our work in family violence prevention, working with people experiencing gambling harm, with families that have been touched by the sudden death of a loved one, with people who have experienced trauma and with people who are challenged by their mental health, among other things. With us you will work with people at times of vulnerability in their lives, create a career you’ll love and join a warm and caring team who make a difference.

The South Coast is Australia’s best kept secret! Located on the picturesque NSW South Coast, Batemans Bay has plenty to offer for all types of lifestyles. Whether you are into quiet walks on the beach, delicious fresh seafood or camping and water sports for those enjoying a bit of adventure, Batemans Bay has it all. Step out of the office to the beautiful views of the Clyde River right at your doorstep!

Your new role

• Part time (minimum 0.4 FTE), fixed term up to June 2026
• Located in Batemans Bay, NSW
• Annual full-time salary between $98,185.54 to $ 102,491.77

The Dietitian will manage an allocated caseload to deliver nutrition and dietetic services including screening, assessment, intervention, and evaluation across the continuum of care, within a multidisciplinary team and in accordance with professional and ethical standards. This includes independent day to day planning, service prioritisation, demand management, administration, service advocacy and resource management activities.

Duties

In consultation with the headspace Manager, the Dietitian:

• provides dietetic and nutrition education services including clinical assessment, education (initial and on-going) and interventions.
• incorporates health behaviour change techniques into treatment, where appropriate.
• uses evidence-based practice, established guidelines, policies, procedures, and increasingly independent clinical judgement to support clinical decisions in a complex and varied caseload including patients with complex medical co-morbidities and social issues.
• maintains patients’ confidentiality.
• participates as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Bachelor or post graduate degree in nutrition and dietetics that provides eligibility for full membership of Dietitians Australia and evidence of extensive clinical experience.
• Demonstrated proficient skills and knowledge in the provision of current nutrition and dietetic practice.
• A strong commitment to an evidence-based service to provide for consumers, carers and families requiring assessment, case management, intervention, appropriate referral and discharge planning.
• Proficient written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the proven ability to liaise with novice and experienced health professionals and external service providers.
• Demonstrated proficiency in ability to work autonomously with limited supervision.

For a full list of duties and selection criteria, please refer to the position description found via https://racr.org.au/careers/

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.

What you’ll get in return

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded not-for-profit, community-based organisation in a position where you will have the opportunity to continue to grow and develop your career. You will receive a generous package including professional development and NFP salary packaging. In this role you will be able to make a positive difference in the lives of people in the community every day.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in the role, please submit your resume with names of two work related referees and a cover letter specifically addressing each of the selection criteria (no more than half a page response under each criterion). Applications that do not address selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.

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Position description with selection criteria is available at https://racr.org.au/careers/. For further information about the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at (02) 6923 9100 or by email [email protected] using the subject line: Dietitian – headspace Batemans Bay enquiry via EthicalJobs.