Job Description

Within the context of a patient, client and family centred model of care and, in accordance with the vision, values and strategic directions of Vancouver Coastal Health, promotes a safe, respectful, and civil working environment for clients, families, and staff. The Shapedown BC Ethnic Chinese Program Coordinator oversees the development and implementation of a culturally adapted Shapedown BC Program and Clinic for the Ethnic Chinese Population in the Vancouver Coastal Health Region. The program will be delivered in Cantonese and Mandarin. This position coordinates all program activities including marketing, promotions, program outreach and community liaison, budget and case management functions. Provides work direction and support to program staff in the area of policy and procedures, program planning, evidence-based best practice and training. Provides direct clinical care to children, youth and families attending the Shapedown BC Program including nutrition assessments and care plans, individual counseling and group facilitation. Working collaboratively with the health care team promotes and participates in evaluation research and coordinates the development of community models, protocols and educational materials for the treatment of obesity disorders benefiting from nutrition intervention. QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Graduation from an approved program in Dietetics and successful completion of a recognized dietetic internship program. Three (3) years’ recent related clinical dietetic experience in a child health setting working in the area of weight management counseling, including one (1) year experience in a leadership and/or supervisory role involving program planning, implementation and evaluation, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current full registration as a Dietitian with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesComprehensive knowledge of pediatric obesity, disordered eating, and human metabolismAbility to develop evidence based practice guidelines based on current literature and researchAbility to provide education, teaching and training to othersAbility to work with a diverse patient populationFluency with the Chinese language (Mandarin and Cantonese dialects preferred)Working knowledge of budget planning and variance analysisAbility to provide work direction, organize and prioritize workAbility to work independently and collaboratively in an interprofessional environmentAbility to communicate effectively with the ethnic Chinese target population, colleagues and supervisors, both verbally and in writingAbility to work in a community development framework across sectors within a community settingAbility to operate related equipment including applicable software applicationsPhysical ability to perform the duties of the position.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes..

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At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.