Clinical Dietitian (1st Shift)
- Selinsgrove Center Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $51,971.00
- $79,062.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Selinsgrove 1000 U.S. 522 (Show on map) Jun 24, 2026 Salary $51,971.00
- $79,062.
00 Annually Location Snyder County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number
CS-2026-52328-81430
Department Department of Human Services Division HS Sel Ctr Opening Date 06/24/2026 Closing Date 7/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 81430 Position Number 00080086 Union Non-Union Bargaining Unit N3 Pay Group ST06 Bureau / Division Code 00213300 Bureau / Division Selinsgrove Center Worksite Address 1000 Route 522 City Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17870 Contact Name Talent Management Division Contact Email ra-oahhsintakesec@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Do you have a passion for delivering exceptional nutritional care, especially to Pennsylvania's most vulnerable populations? The Clinical Dietitian with the Department of Human Services plays a key role in supporting the health and well-being of individuals at Selinsgrove Center. This position offers the chance to use your skills to improve quality of life through thoughtful nutritional guidance. Each day brings opportunities to make a meaningful impact in a caring environment. This role is a great match for someone who values teamwork, dedication, and positive change. Watch this video to see how you can make a difference at the Selinsgrove Center!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position provides nutritional care for Individuals with developmental disabilities and supports the overall operation of dietary services at Selinsgrove Center. It ensures that each Individual receives appropriate assessments, meal planning, and nutritional guidance. As a Clinical Dietitian, you will perform the following duties:
Assess Nutrition:
Complete timely nutritional assessments, charting, and care recommendations
Maintain Records:
Update diet information in living area files, dietary systems, and computerized management tools
Plan Menus:
Implement dietary changes, support therapeutic diets, and assist with menu planning for events
Train Staff:
Provide instruction to direct care and food service staff on diet needs and procedures
Support Teams:
Participate in individual support plan (ISP) meetings, team discussions, and committee work related to nutrition
Ensure Safety:
Follow all policies, procedures, and safety rules to maintain continuous food service operations Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
Work hours are 1st shift (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM), Monday
- Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Overtime and travel: As needed
Telework:
You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Salary:
In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
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).
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.