Clinical Dietitian - Eating Disorder Nutrition

Monte Nido Walden; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 73,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Walden Behavioral Care's Registered Dietitian provides clinical nutrition and meal plans under the supervision of the Director of Ambulatory Nutrition Services. The role includes nutrition assessments, individual and group therapy, and discharge planning to support recovery from eating disorders.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics or Nutrition, is licensed in MA, and experienced in eating disorder care and medical nutrition therapy, with strong collaboration and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics or Nutrition.
• Experience providing direct nutritional care in an Eating Disorder Service and Mental Health setting, preferred.
• Experience with menu planning and therapeutic diets in a healthcare setting, required.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical nutrition and meal plans consistent with Walden Behavioral Care philosophy.
• Provide Nutrition assessments to all patients and document findings using clinical terminology.
• Perform individual and group nutrition therapy.
• Provide meal plan outlines and work with patients toward nutrition rehabilitation.
• Participate in treatment team planning and discharge planning.
• Provide nutrition education to patients and families.
• Communicate progress and activities related to treatment to the patient and care team.
• Supervise meals and provide meal coaching as needed.

Skills

Medical nutrition therapy

Motivational interviewing

Nutrition counseling

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

Job description

Walden Behavioral Care's Registered Dietitian provides clinical nutrition and meal plans under the supervision of the Director of Ambulatory Nutrition Services. The role includes nutrition assessments, individual and group therapy, and discharge planning to support recovery from eating disorders.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics or Nutrition, is licensed in MA, and experienced in eating disorder care and medical nutrition therapy, with strong collaboration and