Dietician / Nutritionist – Part-Time

Our House, Inc.•New Providence, NJ

18d•$35 - $35

About The Position

At Our House, Inc., our mission is to provide healthy, stimulating, and inclusive environments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Through community residences, employment services, innovative day programs, and social opportunities, we support individuals in achieving meaningful, healthy, and independent lives. This role is ideal for a compassionate Dietician or Nutritionist who wants flexible hours while making a direct impact across residential and day program settings. The Dietician / Nutritionist is responsible for ensuring that special diets are implemented as prescribed for individuals served, program menus align with healthy nutritional guidelines, and staff and individuals receive education on proper nutrition. This role provides consultation, training, and oversight across all Our House, Inc. residences and programs, working closely with clinical and operational leadership to ensure compliance with agency and State of New Jersey standards. Hours are worked as scheduled with the Director of Health Services, offering flexibility in days and times.

Requirements

Must have a B.S. degree in Nutrition and a minimum of 1 year of work experience as a Dietician/Nutritionist.
Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check
Must have reliable transportation to and from work
Ability to attend and successfully complete required paid training and maintain annual recertifications
Comfortable using computers and electronic systems for documentation, email communication, and data entry
Ability to provide professional references during the application process

Nice To Haves

Experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred

Responsibilities

Train staff and individuals served on the correct implementation of prescribed special diets, including demonstrations and use of specialized equipment
Review and evaluate residential and program menus to ensure compliance with nutritional guidelines
Provide nutrition education, training, and resource materials to staff and individuals served
Conduct healthy cooking classes in residential and day program settings
Provide nutritional consultation to staff and individuals served
Ensure compliance with all agency policies and State of New Jersey standards
Report any problematic, potentially problematic, or non-compliant issues immediately to the Director of Residential Operations
Attend on-site and off-site trainings and conferences as assigned
Attend and participate in agency meetings
Cooperate fully with Our House, Inc., the New Jersey Department of Human Services, and the Division of Developmental Disabilities during inspections or investigations
Adhere to all PPE requirements as directed by CDC, OSHA, and state or local authorities (requirements subject to change)
Maintain a clean work area in accordance with agency and public health protocols
Attend and participate in all-agency staff meetings
Attend and participate in committee and management meetings as required
Assist with agency fundraising activities as requested
Serve on agency committees as assigned
Perform other duties as assigned