Position Summary:
Dietetic Technicians work closely with adults and adolescent clients, their families, and staff (registered dietitians, therapists, food service, and BHTs) to provide guidance and education on nutrition and support on nutritional needs.
Schedule
- Full-time, 40 hours/week
- Shifts: 6a-2:30p or 10:30a-7p
- Rotating weekend coverage required (2xmonth)
- Rotating Holiday Coverage (1-2) Required
Compensation Disclosure
- Starting hourly range between $19.00-$21.00, with shift diff as applicable
- Registered DT: Starting hourly range between $23.00-$24.00, with shift diff as applicable
Final Compensation offered will be within pay range based on qualifications/experience met for the position
How Dietetic Technicians Empower Recovery
- Participates in meals and snacks with clients/residents and their families
- Assists the dietitian in completing a variety of clinical tasks such as daily weight tracking, case management (not preparation), group preparation, and meal planning
- Assists with the creation and delivery of nutrition education materials per nutrition department and agency guidelines
- Coordinates the day-to-day ordering of external meal purchases with the assigned meal plans in partnership with registered dietitian(s)
- Receives orders and keeps food storage areas clean, maintains kitchen cleanliness and organization
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Dietetic Technology or a Bachelor's degree in Dietetics (without the internship) is required
- Individuals pursuing a degree in Nutritional Science or equivalent who have completed the following minimal courses:
- Human Nutrition
- College Math or equivalent
- Introduction to Medical Nutrition Therapy or equivalency
- Introduction to Nutrition Counseling/Group Education or equivalent
- One year of clinical or public health experience preferred
- Previous eating disorder experience is preferred
- Must have a valid driver's license and be authorized to drive
- ServSafe Certification preferred