Diet Technician

Discovery Behavioral Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Behavioral Health in Chicago, IL is seeking a Diet Technician to assist patients through the treatment journey, including meal preparation, food safety, and dietary support under the dietitian.

The role requires at least one year of dietary or nutrition experience or education, CPI/CPR/First Aid/ServSafe within 90 days, and a valid driver’s license. Work hours are Mon-Thu and Sat 11am-7:30pm onsite.

Qualifications

• One year of education or experience in dietary or nutrition sciences.
• CPI certification within 90 days of hire.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification within 90 days of hire.
• ServSafe certification within 90 days of hire.
• State required food handler’s permit.
• Must possess a current Driver’s License and be in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Assists with admissions process and supports new patients in the program.
• Provides milieu management throughout the treatment experience and communicates with all team members.
• Assists in grocery shopping for the program and ensures the kitchen is stocked with a variety of foods.
• Prepares meals on shift, as assigned.
• Monitors patient consumption and ensures accurate portions and servings.
• Facilitates kitchen exposure with patients as directed by the dietitian.
• Participates in all dietary activities as requested by the dietitian.
• Completes all shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation by end of shift.
• Assists with discharge process and provides supervision during meal periods.

Skills

Dietary knowledge

Food safety

Education

CPI certification

CPR certification

AED certification

First Aid certification

ServSafe certification

Food handler permit

Driver's license

Dietary/nutrition sciences education/experience

Job description

Center for Discovery At Discovery, we offer career opportunities nationwide in residential, day treatment, and intensive outpatient eating disorder treatment. Discovery is currently seeking Program Directors, Primary Therapists, Facility Managers, Counselors/Mental Health Specialists, Dietitians, Diet Techs, and Nurses. Discovery is specifically seeking individuals who consistently strive to provide exemplary care and are passionate about transforming the lives of others.

Position Summary

The Diet Technician (Diet Tech) is responsible for assisting and supporting patients through the entire treatment experience from admission through discharge.Diet Techs support the full dietary aspects of the treatment program. Diet Tech responsibilities primarily include offering dietary support, maintaining a clean and supplied kitchen, cooking for patients, ensuring patient safety, and providing support in the milieu.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists with admissions process and supports new patients in the program.
• Provides milieu management throughout the treatment experience and communicates with all team members.
• Assists in grocery shopping for the program and ensures the kitchen is thoroughly stocked with a variety of foods.
• Complies with proper sanitation requirements in compliance with Department of Health, state regulations, and Joint Commission Accreditation standards.
• Prepares meals on shift, as assigned.
• Monitors patient consumption.
• Ensures implementation of accurate portions and servings.
• Facilitates kitchen exposure with patients as directed by the dietitian.
• Participates in all dietary activities, when requested by the dietitian.
• May support patients with their food choices.
• Conducts patient calorie counts weekly, when requested by the dietitian.
• Rotates emergency food supply twice a year, as assigned.
• Completes all shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation by the end of shift.
• Assists with discharge process.
• Works during meal periods to provide supervision and support to patients.

Education, and Experience

• One year of education or experience in dietary or nutrition sciences
• Obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire
• Obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid certification within 90 days of hire.
• Obtain ServSafe certification within 90 days of hire.
• Obtain state required food handler’s permit.
• Must possess a current Driver’s License and be in good standing.

Employment Status

• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Schedule: Monday - Thursday, Saturday 11am - 730pm
• Work Location: Onsite- Chicago, IL
• Compensation: Pay Range: $19 - $21 hourly

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.