DSHS YVS Dietitian 2
About The Position
Help shape how care is delivered — one resident at a time. Attention Registered Dietitians: This is a role where your clinical judgment directly improves quality of life for individuals with complex, long-term needs. At Yakima Valley School, you'll sit at the center of care — partnering with clinical teams to ensure every resident receives the right nutritional support, while helping improve how food services operate across the facility. Yakima Valley School is a state-operated Residential Habilitation Center (RHC) located in Selah, WA, supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in a structured, clinical setting. The facility operates as a certified nursing facility and provides comprehensive services including medical, dental, nursing, pharmacy, psychiatric care, and specialized therapeutic programs. Residents are supported in daily living, community participation, and long-term development — backed by a collaborative team of over 260 staff. This is a 100% onsite role, based on the nature of care delivery and collaboration required across teams. Opportunities performed onsite at least three days per week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary. In this role, you will serve as the facility's Registered Dietitian — ensuring residents receive the right nutritional care while partnering closely with both clinical and food service teams. This role is less about oversight — and more about clinical impact, coordination, and improving how care is delivered through nutrition. Why this role stands out: Direct impact on resident care in a mission-driven environment Strong collaboration across nursing, therapy, and food service teams Opportunity to improve how nutrition services are delivered across the facility Stability and benefits of Washington State employment If you're ready to step into a role where your clinical expertise is applied daily and trusted across teams — apply today.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with a major in Dietetics, Food and Nutrition, or Food Service Administration
- Completion of American Dietetic Association approved dietetic education program
- Registered Dietitian status
- 24 months of recent full-time experience as a Registered Dietitian
- Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration
- Fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS
- Valid driver's license (if driving on state business)
- Liability insurance on privately owned vehicle (if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business)
Responsibilities
- Assess and evaluate nutritional needs of residents across long-term and crisis stabilization populations
- Develop and adjust individualized nutrition plans based on clinical recommendations
- Partner with nursing, speech, and therapy teams to ensure safe food textures and reduce risk
- Work closely with food service staff to ensure dietary plans are executed effectively
- Support coordination between clinical care and food service delivery
- Contribute to improving processes and systems that impact resident care
Benefits
- Stability and benefits of Washington State employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
