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Walden - Registered Dietitian
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What they do
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.
$79,734 / year median in Connecticut
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Pay:
$73,000.00-$96,400.00 depending on experience and education #LI-ONSITE
Total Rewards:
Discover a rewarding career with us and enjoy an array of comprehensive benefits! We prioritize your success and well-being, providing: Competitive compensation Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage ( Benefits At a Glance ) Retirement Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and short-term disability Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Paid time off Professional development And many more! At Walden we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, where we celebrate our employees, our patients and the communities we work with. In recruiting for our team we welcome the unique contributions only you can bring in terms of your education, culture, opinions, experience and background. Join us and find out how you can make a difference today.Responsibilities Include:
Provides clinical nutrition and meal plans in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Walden Behavioral Care Provide Nutrition assessments to all patients and accurately and thoroughly document nutritional assessment and patient issues using appropriate clinical terminology. Perform individual and group nutrition therapy. Provide meal plan/guide outlines and work with patients towards nutrition rehabilitation. Participate in treatment team planning and discharge planning. Provide effective nutrition education to patients and families. Communicate progress and activities related to treatment and continuing care plans on an ongoing basis to the patient, family, treatment team, referral source and other individuals involved in the patient's care. Supervise breakfast, lunch and snacks while providing meal coaching to clients, as needed.Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelors or Master's Degree inDietetics or Nutrition Experience:
Experience providing direct nutritional care in an Eating Disorder Service and Mental Health setting, preferred Experience with menu planning and therapeutic diets in a healthcare setting, requiredLicensure/Certification:
Licensed Dietitian with the state of MA Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Registration from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND)CPR Certification Knowledge:
Medical nutrition therapy Motivational interviewing Nutrition care process Nutrition counseling Group education Required competencies: Strong organizational and communication skills Attention to detail and ability to prioritize independently Ability to multi-task in a changing and fast paced mental health environment Ability to work in a highly collaborate, multidisciplinary team environment Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.Supervision Received:
Monthly RD group supervision and individual supervision with the coordinator of nutrition services and senior nutrition consultant. #WaldenBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Professional Development
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance