Clinical Dietitian - Behavioral Health & Recovery

Discovery Mood; Edmonds (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Behavioral Health in Edmonds, WA seeks a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to lead medical nutrition therapy within a comprehensive, recovery-focused program. You will assess nutritional needs, develop individualized plans, and collaborate with medical and clinical teams to support medical stability and long-term recovery in adolescents and adults.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, meals support, and family involvement within a structured residential/vocational setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an ACEND-approved DP
• Completion of Dietetic Internship
• CDR license and state license where applicable
• One year of experience preferred in dietary services
• Must obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire
• Must obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid, along with ServSafe within 30 days of hire
• Must maintain and possess a current Driver’s License and be in good standing

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized, evidence-based nutrition care by assessing weight, vitals, labs, and dietary needs, developing treatment plans that support medical stability and recovery.
• Identify and communicate weekly treatment goals, ensuring alignment across the interdisciplinary team.
• Facilitate dietary groups that promote insight, skill-building, and behavior change.
• Provide therapeutic meal support and milieu interventions reinforcing recovery-oriented behaviors.
• Collaborate with physicians and psychiatrists to address medical and psychiatric nutritional needs.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in ACEND-approved Dietetics DP

Dietetic Internship completed

CDR license and state license

One year experience preferred in dietary services

CPI certification within 90 days

CPR, AED, First Aid within 30 days; ServSafe within 30 days

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Discovery Behavioral Health in Edmonds, WA seeks a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to lead medical nutrition therapy within a comprehensive, recovery-focused program. You will assess nutritional needs, develop individualized plans, and collaborate with medical and clinical teams to support medical stability and long-term recovery in adolescents and adults.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, meals support, and family involvement within a structured residential/vocational setting.