Clinical Dietitian

• Danville State Hospital Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $53,008.00
• $80,646.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Danville 50 Kirkbride Drive (Show on map) Sep 02, 2026 Salary $53,008.00
• $80,646.

00 Annually Location Montour County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-52763-81430

Department Department of Human Services Division HS Danville St Hosp Opening Date 08/04/2026 Closing Date 9/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 81430 Position Number 00068887 Union Non Union Bargaining Unit N3 Pay Group ST06 Bureau / Division Code 00210872 Bureau / Division Danville State Hospital Worksite Address 50 Kirkbride Drive City Danville, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17821 Contact Name HHS Talent Management Section Contact Email ra-oahhsintakesec@pa.gov

THE POSITION NOTE

THIS

IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2026-52763-81430. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM JULY 1, 2026 TO JULY 29, 2026, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

Are you seeking a profession where your nutritional expertise supports recovery and well-being? Consider becoming a Clinical Dietitian with the Department of Human Services (DHS) at Danville State Hospital. This is a fulfilling career path which gives you the opportunity to shape nutrition programs that improve daily life for consumers. Apply today to join a supportive environment that encourages growth and professional excellence!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on planning and delivering complete nutrition care services for consumers at Danville State Hospital. Through your work, you will help to ensure that nutrition programs meet individual needs and are in alignment with professional standards. As a Clinical Dietitian, you will perform the following duties:

Nutrition Planning:

Plan and organize nutrition assessments, counseling, diet education, and discharge planning

Diet Management:

Prepare and revise modified diets and monitor consumer acceptance of menu items

Clinical Participation:

Attend meetings and recommend nutrition interventions that support consumer health

Program Support:

Maintain records, update policies, and assist with computer program meal tracking

Staff Guidance:

Provide direction to food service staff involved in nutrition care tasks

Professional Development:

Complete continuing education and follow current standards for nutrition practice Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment

Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday

• Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

May change based on operational needs.

Telework:

You will not have the option to telework in this position.

Salary:

In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

Free parking!

You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirement:

This position requires active certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) as issued by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, or proof of eligibility for such certification.

Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.

This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.

Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. How to

Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.

• 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs.

To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

You must provide complete and accurate information or:

your score may be lower than deserved.

you may be disqualified.

You may only apply/test once for this posting.

Your results will be provided via email.