Director of Dietetic Services - South Mountain Restoration Center

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Franklin County, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Dietetic Services position with the Department of Human Services offers the chance to guide important nutrition and food service operations at South Mountain Restoration Center. You will help shape a program that supports the health and well-being of residents through thoughtful planning and strong leadership. This role provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while leading a dedicated team. This position serves as the administrative head of dietetic services and oversees all food service and clinical dietetic functions at South Mountain Restoration Center. The role ensures that residents receive nutrition services that meet professional standards and support their overall well-being.

Requirements

• Three years of experience in the supervision of food preparation activities in an institutional food service or institutional food production operation, and a bachelor’s degree in food science, nutrition, dietetics, food service, culinary arts, or a related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes three years of experience in the supervision of food preparation activities in an institutional food service or institutional food production operation.
• Certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) as defined by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly the American Dietetic Association), or proof of eligibility for such certification.
• Meet the PA residency requirement.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.
• Satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Review menus to ensure they meet nutritional standards and resident needs
• Direct the full program of resident nutritional care, including assessments and specialized plans
• Manage ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food, supplies, and equipment
• Provide leadership, scheduling, training, and performance evaluation for departmental staff
• Maintain a safe, sanitary environment that meets facility, state, and federal standards
• Prepare and monitor the annual budget to support efficient and effective service delivery

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager