Dietitian for Eating Disorder Clinic

Job Description

Clinical Psychologist and Director of Nourish. Nurture. Thrive. A private multidisciplinary practice dedicated to Eating Disorders & Body Image Nourish. Nurture. Thrive. is a vibrant practice with two established locations in Melbourne. We are dedicated to providing support for children, adolescents and adults experiencing issues with eating disorders and body image concerns. We are passionate about empowering people to feel better in their skin and strive to provide evidence-based clinical interventions grounded in respectful and caring therapeutic relationships. We ascribe to the Health At Every Size (HAES) philosophy, which promotes a holistic and non-judgmental view of health and wellbeing, and celebrates human diversity, including body size, sexual orientation, gender identification, ethnicity and social status. We are currently seeking an experienced Accredited Practising Dietitian for 1-2 days per week. The dietitian will work closely with other clinicians in the practice and will be a highly valued member of the care team. Nourish Nurture Thrive is dedicated to career growth and professional development. By joining our team, you will have access to peer support, a discipline-specific group supervision (facilitated by an external expert) and opportunity for internal supervision with our senior dietitians. What we can offer you: Opportunity to join a leading Eating Disorders private practice; Contractor position, 1-2 days in Mornington (some WFH hours available) Work from our beautiful Mornington Peninsula clinic within a team environment, with work from home hours available for Telehealth consultations; Flexible working conditions and generous remuneration; Group supervision with our team of skilled dietitians, facilitated by an external consultant. Full administrative support with a comprehensive intake process; A reasonable and steady caseload, with careful balance of clinical presentations; Access to training materials, education and clinical resources; A friendly and warm team who are highly skilled and passionate about Eating Disorders. Qualifications and Key Criteria Qualified to practice as a dietitian in Australia, as recognised by the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA). Hold current credential of Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD). Active ABN, professional indemnity insurance and Working with Children’s Check. Access to own laptop and licensed zoom subscription. Sound clinical nutrition knowledge in a variety of areas, with demonstrated depth of knowledge in treatment for Eating Disorders. Demonstrated experience in treating clients with restrictive eating disorders, specifically including delivering education and interventions for refeeding and achieving weight restoration. Ability to practice within a range of treatment modalities, including practicing within Family Based Treatment (FBT) informed principles or collaborating with treatment providers providing FBT, as well as more individual treatment models utilising a meal plan for weight restoration and recovery (i.e CBT-E, APT, MANTRA, etc). Demonstrated experience in treating clients with Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder, specifically including delivering education and interventions to address binge-purge-restrict cycles, physiological and emotional binges, etc. Understanding of the “Health at Every Size” framework and ability to practice within this approach and with these core values in mind. Ability to practice independently, as well as work effectively as part of a team. Willingness to undertake continuing professional development, supervision and further training related to working with clients with eating disorders is essential. Ability to work with a varied age range, including children, adolescents, young adults, parents and families. A conscientious, motivated professional with highly developed written and verbal communication skills and stringent record keeping abilities. Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician (CEDC) status will be highly regarded. TO APPLY: Please send a recent CV, along with a cover letter detailing your interest in the position and in the Eating Disorder field to Please call us on (03) 8370 3178 or email to enquire further and acquire a full position description. You can also visit our website, to learn more about our practice. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Industries Mental Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr