Clinical Nutritionist

Clinical Nutritionist New Jersey Department of Corrections Trenton, NJ Job Details Part-time $64,340.11 - $94,061.71 a year 6 days ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Gym membership Loan forgiveness Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Teamwork Menu planning Policy & process development

Dietetics Registered Dietitian Full Job Description TITLE:

Clinical Nutritionist

SALARY RANGE

$64,340.11 - $94,061.71 POSTING NO.: 133-26

ISSUE DATE:

5/15/2026

CLOSING DATE:

6/15/2026

LOCATION:

New Jersey State Prison, Food Services - Trenton, NJ

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under direction of a Supervising Clinical Nutritionist and/or Clinical/Medical Director or other clinical/medical administrator, is responsible for evaluation of the nutrition status of assigned clients and develops nutrition care plans in compliance with federal, state and department standards; does related work as required.

Core Responsibilities:

Nutrition Assessments & Care Planning:

Evaluate the nutritional status of assigned clients and develop individualized nutrition care plans in compliance with federal, state, and departmental standards.

Therapeutic & Special Diets:

Plan and provide therapeutic, religious, and specialty diets (e.g., for chronic disease management, mental health, or rehabilitation programs)

Education & Intervention:

Deliver nutrition education to inmates, staff, and food service personnel; promote healthy eating habits and disease prevention.

Menu Development & Food Service Support:

Contribute to menu planning, recipe development, and audit of food service to ensure nutritional adequacy.

Policy & Program Improvement:

Participate in policy creation and optimization using evidence-based practice updates.

Collaboration:

Work with medical, mental health, and rehabilitation staff to integrate nutrition into broader health and rehabilitation goals.

Travel & Coverage:

May require statewide travel to various correctional facilities and serve as backup to the Statewide Dietitian.

REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION

NOTE:

Applicants must possess a current and valid Certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) issued by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics or be eligible for registration (must have completed academic and clinical internship requirements and be waiting to take the registration examination).

NOTE:

Eligible applicants not registered as a dietitian by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics will have twelve (12) months from date of appointment to become registered or be removed from the position. BENEFIT(S)

• Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures and/or guidelines.

Joining the second largest department in the State of New Jersey offers many benefits to acknowledge the hard work, dedication and leadership of staff members.

Statewide benefits include:

• Alternate Work Week available for some positions
• Telework available for some positions
• Deferred Compensation
• Paid Time Off
• 13 State Holidays
• Health and Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance available through certain plans
• Flexible and Health Savings Accounts (FSA)/(HSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Up to $250 in rewards for exercising
• Gym membership discounts
• Diversity & Inclusion events
• Workplace security, health and safety
• Incarcerated Person empowerment and rehabilitation

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please include resume and copy of transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable), certification(s), and/or license(s), if applicable, in your response. Posting title and number must be included in the subject line of your email. All attachments must be sent in PDF or word format only. Additionally, you must provide your email address. To be considered, responses must be postmarked no later than closing date. Emailed resumes are to be sent only to:

Forward Response To:

Robert Smith Region 6 Personnel Services Central Office, Civilian Recruitment P.O. Box 863 Trenton, NJ 08625-0863

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$64,340.11 - $94,061.71 per year Application Question(s): Do you certify that you meet the requirements of the position?

Work Location:

In person