Enhanced Case Management Nutritionist

Allied Benefit Systems•Chicago, IL

5d•$60,000 - $75,000•Remote

About The Position

The ECM Nutritionist delivers member-centered nutrition support that reduces risk, improves outcomes, and removes barriers to accessing evidence-based lifestyle support. This role partners closely with case management, utilization management, pharmacy, behavioral health, and other internal partners to advance chronic disease prevention and management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, obesity) through nutrition education, health literacy, benefits navigation, and digital care tools. The ideal candidate is an empathetic advocate who blends nutrition science with practical, culturally competent care strategies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in health education, health promotion, food science, nutrition, or a related health program required.
3-5 years’ experience working with individuals with chronic conditions and lifestyle-related comorbidities.
Demonstrated ability to create culturally sensitive nutrition plans and communicate effectively with diverse populations.

Nice To Haves

Lifestyle Management and/or Wellness Coaching certifications strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide nutrition education via phone and digital platforms for members with diabetes, prediabetes, hypertension, obesity, CKD, and CVD risk to enhance understanding of the relationship between diet, chronic conditions, and overall wellness.
Develop culturally appropriate meal plans and dietary recommendations tailored to members’ health conditions, preferences, and socioeconomic factors.
Collaborate with case managers, pharmacists, behavioral health clinicians, and other partners to align goals, reconcile care plans, and optimize medication/lifestyle synergy.
Refer members to available tools and resources to support lifestyle management.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including care goals, interventions, progress, follow-up and referrals.
Other duties as assigned