Diet Technician - Eating Disorder, Residential

$37,440 - $41,600/Yr

Center For Discovery - Del Mar, CA

Part-time - Entry Level

Del Mar, CA

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Diet Technician plays a crucial role in supporting the Registered Dietitian by implementing nutrition and dietary services for clients in a residential setting focused on eating disorders. This part-time position involves hands-on experience in dietary support, menu planning, and maintaining a positive mealtime environment, ultimately preparing the technician for a future role as a Registered Dietitian.

Responsibilities

• Provide dietary support and client menu planning.
• Maintain a secure and encouraging mealtime environment.
• Advise on food preparation as necessary.
• Discern between appropriate and inappropriate client eating behaviors.
• Consult with the Registered Dietitian to ensure the best standard of nutrition and dietary services is implemented.
• Monitor client consumption of appropriate exchange patterns.
• Enforce dietary program and advise clients on food choices.
• Lead engaging nutrition education groups.
• Implement specific dietary exchange patterns based on portion size and caloric recommendations.

Requirements

• Education or relevant experience in the field of nutrition and/or food service preferred.
• Must possess a current Driver's License and be in good standing.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in Nutrition.

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Referral program
• Snacks provided
• 401(k)
• Vacation and sick days
• Training in best practices for telehealth
• Continuing education (CE) programs and training
• Weekly training opportunities