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.
Registered Dietitian Valenta Mental Health Clinic Rancho Cucamonga, CA Job Details Full-time $72,500 - $85,500 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Retirement plan Qualifications Master's degree Nutrition Bachelor's degree Bachelor's degree in nutrition and dietetics Experience working with individuals with eating disorders Dietetics Registered Dietitian Full Job Description Under the supervision of the Medical Director, the
Registered Dietitian:
Plan and implement strategy of care for each patients' recovery success through: 1 on 1 nutritional counseling, conducting nutritional assessments, goal-setting, and providing supportive accountability. Oversee and coordinate patient dietary care for patients with Anorexia and Bulimia Nervosa. Create and edit meal plans to ensure that meals meet the nutritional needs of patients. Provide a variety of foods to help patients succeed in the process of recovery and relapse prevention. Evaluate each patient's individual progress toward attainment of outcomes while following the structure of program with flexibility.
Work with patients to:
Develop a healthy relationship with food. Provide meal support for patients during snack and meal times. Dispute eating disordered thoughts with evidence based information, challenging food fears, and providing nutrition experientials.
The Registered Dietitian will:
Develop lesson plans in collaboration with MD and lead nutritional groups according to the current lesson plans. Provide updates to the multidisciplinary treatment team. Collaborate with Diet Technician on development of weekly menus, shopping, and preparation of meals. Supervise and implement meal service. Ensure that the kitchen complies with all guidelines and regulations associated with food safety and sanitation. •Candidates must have, or be willing to develop, strong therapeutic nutritional skills, be a part of a therapeutic treatment team and enjoy an interdependent work environment.
Qualifications:
Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required Masters level education from an accredited program. (Bachelor level education if RD status was granted prior to 2024.) Maintain CEU's as required for certification renewals. Interest in developing knowledge and skills required in the treatment of eating disorders. Excellent communication skills and willingness to participate in on-going training
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters level education from an accredited program. Rotation/dietetic internship in a mental health setting. Prior experience or dietetic rotation in a mental health setting. Ability to develop a weekly menu, budget, shop, and prepare daily meals. Understanding and ability to adjust and modify menu based on individual, cultural, and caloric requirements.
Compensation:
Valenta offers a commensurate benefits package including: Pay range $72,500 - $80,500 Salary, PTO, holidays Training, CEU support, direct supervision by Medical Director and staff Healthcare, 401k, retirement planning
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$72,500.00 - $85,500.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance
