Team Leader - Dietitian

Rosecrance Behavioral Health • Chicago, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dietitian Team Leader manages and provides daily supervision for a team of dietitians within a multidisciplinary behavioral health clinic specializing in outpatient and intensive outpatient care for eating disorders. In addition to overseeing menus, nutritional standards, staff training, and quality assurance, this role delivers direct client care through nutritional assessments, education, meal planning, and group facilitation. The Team Leader serves as the primary point of contact for clinical problem-solving, team administration, and integration of nutrition services into individualized treatment plans. This role promotes trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care and supports long-term health stabilization and recovery outcomes.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Dietetics, Food and Nutrition, or other related field or equivalent training, education, and experience
• Active RD/RDN credential and licensure as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in the State in Illinois
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in eating disorders, behavioral health, or a related specialty preferred.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of clinical nutrition, behavioral health, and evidence-based eating disorder treatment (eg.CBT-E, FBT, HAES-informed approaches)
• Ability to motivate staff, facilitate team development, and resolve problems constructively
• Experience or interest in working with athletes and performing artists.
• Proficiency in documentation and electronic health record (EHR) systems; ability to complete clinical documentation within prescribed timeframes
• Demonstrate ability to present educational content for clients, parents, staff, and community partners
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Self-directed with the ability to manage competing priorities independently
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to Rosecrance’s mission, values, and trauma-informed care philosophy.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in eating disorders, behavioral health, or a related specialty
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience

Responsibilities

• Work hours prescribed by leadership and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
• Recruit, orient, train and onboard dietitian staff and other assigned team members in accordance with Rosecrance policies and program standards.
• Provide staff feedback on performance via team meetings, monthly supervision and annual reviews or individual feedback when needed.
• Manage team scheduling and workloads to ensure adequate coverage, redistribute assignments, and support both service levels and staff sustainability.
• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments of patients with eating disorders, including evaluation of eating behaviors, medical history, and psychological status.
• Evaluate eating habits, medical history, and psychological status to understand the severity and type of eating disorder.
• Identify professional development needs and facilitate training opportunities for team members.
• Design, implement, and evaluate individualized nutrition care plans and protocols tailored to each client’s diagnosis, and recovery goals, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, AFRID and other related conditions.
• Ensure nutritional adequacy to promote recovery and health stabilization.
• Assess, track, and accurately document client responses to treatment, progress toward recovery goals, and changes in clinical status within prescribed timeframes using the organization’s EHR system.
• Regularly monitor and track clients’ nutritional intake and overall health status; adjust plans in response to clinical progress or medical and psychological developments.
• Educate and counsel patients and their families on nutrition, behavior modification, recovery supported lifestyle practices.
• Collaborate closely with psychologists, psychiatrists, physicians, therapists and team members to integrate nutrition care into comprehensive treatment plans.
• Provide compassionate non-judgmental support to help clients rebuild a positive relationship with food, address fears, and correct harmful misconceptions throughout the recovery process.
• Monitor emerging research, clinical practice guidelines, and industry best practices on eating disorders and clinical nutrition; translate findings into team practice updates.
• Compile detailed clinical reports to facilitate insurance processing, multidisciplinary reviews, and research activities.
• Oversee program menus and nutritional standards to ensure clinical appropriateness and regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate nutrition-focused group sessions within the outpatient and intensive outpatient program structure.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and clinical supervision as required.
• Demonstrate Leadership through self-motivation, continuous improvement, and proactive problem solving that supports staff and client needs.
• Exercise confidentiality in all matters in accordance with Rosecrance’s Code of Conduct and applicable law (HIPAA and state regulations).
• Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
• Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance.
• Assume other related responsibilities as delegated and assigned by leadership.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options to meet your needs)
• 401(k) with employer match & discretionary contribution
• Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance & licensure/certification reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave
• Referral program earning up to $1,000 per hire!
• Wellness program, including an on-site gym at select facilities
• Discounts at participating retailers
• Daily pay available through UKG Wallet for financial flexibility

What This Job Offers

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