Registered Dietician
About The Position
The duties of the Registered (Pediatric) Dietician include monitoring and supporting the health of children and teens with autism spectrum disorders. The Dietician will work with a multidisciplinary team including a Behavior Analyst, direct care staff, family members, and other caregivers to plan menus, incorporating balanced diets supporting healthy nourishment and create and implement feeding interventions designed to support the consumption of healthy nourishment. They also counsel children and families on healthful eating and basic nutrition. The Dietician provides services to individuals impacted by a variety of behavioral health (addiction/substance use and mental health) issues, recognizing that the individuals we serve often times have experienced trauma that affects their development and adjustment. The Dietician demonstrates a warm and welcoming empathic, hopeful attitude, conveying a philosophy of dual recovery. The Dietician will be trained in trauma-informed care and will work to help provide services in an environment that is sensitive and responsive which will prevent victimization, abuse, or trauma as a result of the care received.
Requirements
- Registered Dietician certification
- TB test upon hire
Nice To Haves
- Trained in trauma-informed care
Responsibilities
- Conduct nutrition assessments.
- Design nutrition interventions.
- Serve as nutrition team coordinator.
- Provision of nutritional therapy.
- Parent training as directed by Clinical Director.
- Completing billing forms/documentation as required.
- Provision of services in both clinical and home setting.
- Perform all duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
