Clinical Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)

QLI; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA or FSA

401(k) with employer contribution

On-site wellness center

Tuition Reimbursement

Licensing/CEU reimbursement

Job summary

QLI is seeking a Certified Dietary Manager to implement nutritional programs, ensure health regulation compliance, and collaborate with the registered dietitian to provide proper nutrition for clients and residents. The ideal candidate will be optimistic, communicative, flexible, detail-oriented, and a collaborative team player eager to learn.

This full-time, on-site position in Omaha includes overseeing meal preparation, inventory, and regulatory surveys, with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Detail oriented and collaborative team player.
• Willing to learn and adapt in a rehabilitation care setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dietary team to develop and prepare healthy meals for rehabilitation clients and long-term care residents.
• Create and maintain a consistent approach for nutrition operations across the company.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Certified Dietary Manager certification

PCC experience (preferred)

Job description

VOTED BEST PLACE TO WORK IN OMAHA FOR SEVERAL YEARS!

QLI is a national leader in providing a comprehensive approach to the therapeutic process of a person who is recovering from the effects of a spinal cord or traumatic brain injury. We are a passionate and mission-focused team committed to delivering life‑changing rehabilitation and care. It’s not about titles at QLI— we value our people, our creativity, our results, our Mission. Come join the team that supports your personal and professional growth—become who you are meant to be!

Position Summary

The Certified Dietary Manager will implement nutritional programs, ensure compliance with health regulations, and collaborate with the registered dietitian to ensure proper nutrition for our clients and residents. The ideal candidate will possess an optimistic outlook, have excellent communication skills (both written and oral), be flexible, be detail oriented, be a collaborative team player, and be willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dietary team to develop and prepare healthy meals for our rehabilitation clients and long term care residents.


• Creates and maintains a consist approach for nutrition operations across the company.


• Ensure compliance with federal and state food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards across all phases of food handling, from receiving and storage through preparation, service, and transportation.


• Oversee daily meal preparation, portion control, menu implementation in alignment with health regulations and allergen controls.


• Order food supplies, manage inventory, and oversee large-scale food production.


• Perform routine nutrition screenings, document dietary requirements, and collaborate directly with our Dietitian to accommodate specific therapeutic diets and client needs.


• Utilize dietary management software to assist with menu design, cost control, recipe standardization, and nutritional compliance.


• Complete the assigned MDS section according to required timeline.


• Participate in regulatory agency surveys.


• Use evidence‑based educational materials to teach clients and staff about basic diet information.


• Support Dietitian duties as needed.

Education And Certifications

• Must be at least 18 years old (required)


• PCC experience (preferred)


• Certified Dietary Manager certification

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• Ability to walk on indoor and outdoor surfaces (both even and uneven terrains) at speeds appropriate for community ambulation.


• Ability to squat or kneel to complete tasks at floor-level with good body mechanics.


• Ability to push and pull at least 60 pounds on level surfaces


• Ability to withstand extreme temperatures, hot and cold


• Ability to interact positively and professionally with people of all ages and abilities


• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift.

Vaccination Considerations

Must commit to receiving annual flu vaccination

Schedule

Full time, Monday through Friday w/ occasional evening and weekend hours

Location

On-site (in-person)

Excellent Benefits And Advantages

• One of the most affordable health & dental insurance plans in Omaha


• HSA or FSA and dependent care


• Vacation/Sick/Holiday pay


• 401(k) with generous employer contribution


• Free on-site wellness center


• Merit‑based pay


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Reimbursement for maintaining required license including CEUs


• Casual dress

QLI is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, political affiliation, national origin, physical or mental handicap, gender identification, citizenship status, or being pregnant, having recently given birth or having related medical conditions, or any other protected class.