A Dietitian or Nutritionist provides clients with advice on healthy eating, and helps to plan nutritional menus. Works with individuals who have specific dietary needs, such as hospital patients, or oversees food programs in schools, hospitals, and other large organizations. May work in a community setting or non-profit, governmental, or public health organization, offering nutritional advice to specific groups of people.
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Taylor Hardin Announcement Number :
25-36 EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITY JOB TITLE
: Mental Health Dietitian
OPEN DATE
: 12/05/2025
CLOSE DATE:
Until Filled
JOB LOCATION
:
Taylor Hardin Secure Medical Facility NUMBER:
25-36 Tuscaloosa, Alabama
JOB CODE
:
F1000 SALARY
Range 73 ($43,351.20 - $72,504.00 Annually). Salary will be commensurate with experience. Limitations apply to current State employees.
BENEFITS 13
paid holidays. 1 personal leave day accrued each January. 13 sick leave days. 13 annual leave days accrued in the first year of employment. Longevity bonus annually after 5 years of employment. Continuous opportunities for acquiring CE's needed for maintaining professional license. Very low-cost health and dental insurance through the Alabama State Employee Insurance Board. Defined retirement benefit (not impacted by economic downturns) and a pre-retirement death benefit through the Retirement Systems of Alabama. After 1 year, the minimum amount of the pre-retirement death benefit paid to your designated beneficiary is at least equal to your current or previous fiscal year annual salary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a closely related field.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Eligible for registration or registered by the Commission on Registration of the American Dietetic Association. If registered or eligible by or before December 31, 2023, a Bachelor's degree is required. If registered or eligible on or after January 1, 2024, a Master's degree is required.
KIND OF WORK
Completes assessments of individuals to determine the level of nutritional risk, based on medical history, dietary history, and physical assessment. Monitors and updates nutritional plans based on individual's eating habits and prescription from a physician. Participates in the facility Nutritional Services department performance improvement program. Calculates non-standard diets according to physician orders to determine specific levels of nutrients and/or restrictions on nutrients in order to treat physical problems, to account for food-drug interaction and to meet the nutritional needs of the patients. Attends Treatment Care Planning Conference at the request of a team member to discuss nutritional problems of specific patients and/or families acquired knowledge in nutrition, diet modification, food purchasing and preparation before leaving the hospital. Communicates with individuals, facility staff, leadership, etc., so that appropriate information is disseminated as needed. Conducts in-service training for contract Dietetic Services employees as needed. Ensures compliance with department and facility standards. Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of menu planning and methods of food preparation. Knowledge of personal and food sanitation principles. Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and electronically. Ability to provide training and technical assistance. Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals and facility staff. Ability to use a personal computer, MS Office Software, and the internet.
METHOD OF SELECTION
Applicants will be rated based on an evaluation of their job-related training, abilities, experience, and education, and should provide adequate work history identifying experiences related to the duties and minimum qualifications as mentioned above. All relevant information is subject to verification. Drug screening and security clearances will be conducted on prospective applicants being given serious consideration for employment whose job requires direct contact with patients. Click Here to
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https://laserfiche.alabama.gov/Forms/ADMH-Job-Application Only work experience detailed on the application will be considered. Applications should be submitted by the deadline to be considered. Announcements open until filled will remain open until a sufficient applicant pool is obtained. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible to ensure the application will be considered for the position. Copies of License/Certifications should be uploaded with your application. A copy of the academic transcript is required. Appointment of successful candidate will be conditional based on receipt of the official transcript provided by the school, college, or university.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$43,351.20 - $72,504.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
