Dietitian - South East Melbourne

Supportive, innovative and people centric culture
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Full time opportunity

**The Company**

We Change Lives

At Empower Healthcare we partner with Home Care package providers, NDIS plan managers & Aged Care organisations to deliver life changing allied health services. We offer a full-service platform from physiotherapy, occupational therapy, podiatry, dietetics to osteopathy, massage therapy and most recently, home nursing services and pride ourselves in the delivery of high-quality therapy solutions, value packed services and responsive ethos.

It is a very exciting time with Empower Healthcare building on the success of its Victorian operation and now expanding nationally into WA and NSW. With a growing team of over 100 clinicians, we provide over 1,500 treatments a day and service more than 150 healthcare organisations. Building on this strong foundation, we are well positioned and committed to delivering exceptional care.

Our therapists genuinely care about the people we work with and take the time to build strong relationships that holistically improve social, physical and mental wellbeing to live happier and healthier lives

**Why you should join our Awesome Team**

Be more than just a number We are a close-knit family orientated business with an open and friendly culture. Operating in a collaborative and supportive environment, our people are at the centre of everything we do. We also provide:

- Flexible working arrangements to suit your needs. We have a strong emphasis on work-life balance - No late nights or weekend work
- Comprehensive company induction and shadowing sessions
- Monthly Professional Development and Social Events
- Financial contribution to external professional development and Paid Professional Development Leave
- Above Award remuneration
- Genuine Career progression opportunities - Always look to promote from within
- Ongoing individualised mentoring and support from senior management with opportunities to work across various roles and clinical settings i.e. Private Practice and Community.
- Workplace Giving Program and Paid Time off to Volunteer

**The Position**

Our innovative service model focuses on delivering the best clinical outcomes for clients. As an experienced Dietitian with Empower, you will have the opportunity to work with a variety of patients within residential aged care facilities and across home care in the South and East suburbs of Melbourne. You will:

- Complete comprehensive nutritional assessments for residents and for clients in their own home through home care packages/NDIS.
- Develop personalised nutrition plans and goals
- Support the dietary requirements of individuals with difficulty swallowing and chewing, bowel and intestinal issues and other complex issues.
- Provide weight management, poor appetite and dysphagia interventions
- Manage food intolerances and allergies
- Provide education on diabetes management
- Educate clients and their families to optimise their ability to live healthy lives within the community
- Work holistically with other allied health professionals to provide a multidisciplinary care plan
- Liaise with service providers to ensure effective communication
- Ensure caseload and documentation are timely and completed at a high standard

You will be provided with support from our home care team who will schedule these appointments and plan an efficient route.

**Do you have what it takes?**

This is a great opportunity for a Dietitian to further their career in aged care and disability services. We are looking for someone that is passionate about making a difference in the lives of our people. You will have an enthusiastic and proactive attitude, be outcome focused and dedicated to delivering an exceptional service to our clients. You must have:

- Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (or equivalent)
- At least 5 years clinical experience
- Experience working within home care, aged care and NDIS settings is highly desirable.
- Membership with Dietitians Association of Australia with Accredited Practicing Dietitian status
- Police Check Clearance
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong time-management skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

If you are looking to work with a quality driven flexible organisation that supports their team and want to progress your career, then this role is perfect for you