DIETITIAN

MEALS ON WHEELS PEOPLE INC•Portland, OR

7d•$35 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Meals on Wheels People is seeking a Dietitian to support older adults throughout the Portland Metro area. The position works with clients to create customized meal plans, develops nutrition education materials and programs, and partners with the culinary team to provide clients with a delicious, diverse, and healthy menu. The role supports medically tailored meals and other nutrition programs, with a focus on meeting clients’ individual needs and supporting the health and well-being of older adults. This is a part-time, contract-based position that will run through September 2027. The job is based at the Central Office in Portland, Oregon, and requires travel to Meals on Wheels People service areas in Multnomah, Washington, and Clark counties. Additional travel to other areas of Oregon and Washington may be required. Mileage is reimbursed. The role involves significant interaction with people and may require moving up to 30 pounds, as well as occasional reaching, bending, and stooping. Meals on Wheels People is a community-founded nonprofit that has supported older adults for more than 50 years by providing nutritious meals and social connections. Its values include integrity, commitment, respect, inclusion, creativity, and teamwork. The organization offers a supportive, collaborative environment and describes its mission as ensuring that no adult over 60 experiences hunger or social isolation.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, or a related field.
Current Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential and licensure or eligibility to practice in Oregon and Washington.
Knowledge of geriatric nutrition and nutritional risk assessment for older adults.
Two to three years of professional dietetics experience, including demonstrated success in menu planning and nutrition program development.
Experience developing nutrition education tools and programs focused on health promotion, disease prevention, and disease management.
Proficiency with nutrition analysis software, Microsoft Office Suite, client management systems, and other web-based applications.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and engage diverse populations.
Ability to travel to Meals on Wheels People service areas in Multnomah, Washington, and Clark counties; additional travel to other areas of Oregon and Washington may be required.
Ability to move up to 30 pounds and occasionally reach, bend, and stoop.
Ability to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, 10-key, and phone.
Must pass a pre-employment drug and criminal background check.
Any satisfactory combination of experience, training, and/or education that ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the listed qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science (MS) or Master of Public Health (MPH) degree preferred.
Bilingual and/or bicultural experience preferred. Successfully passing a fluency exam in another language qualifies candidates for an additional $1 per hour.

Responsibilities

Use the Nutrition Care Process to assess Medically Tailored Meal (MTM) clients and provide medical nutrition therapy to MTM contract clients.
Develop and deliver nutrition education and training materials for home-delivered meal clients, and provide in-person presentations at senior centers and other community locations.
Develop and provide nutrition education addressing older adults’ unique nutritional needs, including specialized materials for MTM clients.
Support grant-funded projects and track, manage, and report outcome data related to those initiatives.
Stay current on Food is Medicine research and incorporate relevant findings into presentations, educational materials, and program content.
Develop culturally responsive menus that comply with contract requirements.
Conduct nutritional analysis of menus for all nutrition program meals to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
Provide guidance on emerging nutrition trends and innovative solutions to meet clients’ nutritional needs.
Ensure the accuracy of menus and nutrition analysis data within designated databases.
Provide guidance and support to program locations regarding food products, preparation methods, and presentation techniques.
Perform other duties as assigned.