Performance Dietitian Specialist
At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.
Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.
As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.
THE ROLE
The Performance Dietitian Specialist will plan, deliver and evaluate performance nutrition services tailored to meet the current and evolving needs of CANSOFCOM Unit members. They will provide performance nutrition advice and coaching to CANSOFCOM Unit members based on evidence-based peer-reviewed literature. Additionally they will assess and analyze dietary practices, body composition, and energy balance (intake and expenditure) of CANSOFCOM Unit members in the context of athletic performance and health.
The Performance Dietitian Specialist will counsel CANSOFCOM Unit members on achieving and maintaining a level of body mass, body fat, and muscle mass that is consistent with good health and performance. They will also provide personalized individual, group meal plans and performance enhancements to promote the achievement of goals for optimal performance and health.
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED
Education, Certifications and Licenses
Master’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, Nutritional Science, Sports Nutrition, Applied Human Nutrition or in a related field AND some year of experience in dietetics, nutrition, nutritional sciences or sports nutrition
Registered with the Ontario College of Dietitians or with a provincial regulatory organization and a member of Dietitians of Canada
Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD), an asset
Precision Nutrition Level 1 and 2 Certifications, an asset
NCSA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Certification, an asset
International Olympic Committee (IOC), Diploma in Sport Nutrition, an asset
Experience
In working with elite athletes in a high performance environment
In planning, delivering and performing ongoing evaluation of performance nutrition/sport specific demands based services and programs
In addressing client non-evidence based nutrition beliefs/attitudes
In evaluating effectiveness of performance nutrition services
In assessing the impact of nutrition on performance and injury prevention
In planning and delivering training courses, workshops, presentations and specialized clinics
In performance nutrition coaching, education, training and meal planning
In facilitation techniques and strategies
In adult education principles and techniques
In managing projects
In risk management
In communication and marketing and budget administration
In applying policies, procedures, and regulations
Competencies
Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
English Essential, Bilingual (English and French) an asset
Reading: Advanced
Writing: Functional
Oral: Functional
BENEFITS AVAILABLE
Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.
Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.
Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.
Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.
Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.
Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits
OTHER INFORMATION
This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.
START DATE
04 August 2025
INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION
CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Requisition number
CFMWS14717
CountryCanada
Province/StateOntario
CityTrenton
Street Addresspo box 1000 Stn Forces
Position Type