Dietetic Technician

The Emily Program; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSA and PPO insurance with HSA/FSA

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

The Emily Program in Atlanta is seeking a Dietetic Technician to work closely with adult and adolescent clients, families, and staff to provide nutrition guidance and education on dietary needs.

The role supports registered dietitians and other care teams, participates in meals and snack activities, and helps document weight data and nutrition education materials. In-person position located in Dunwoody, GA.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Dietetic Technology or Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics (without internship) required.
• One year of clinical or public health experience preferred.
• Prior eating disorder experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in meals and snacks with clients and families.
• Assists the dietitian with daily weight tracking, case management, and meal planning.
• Creates and delivers nutrition education materials per guidelines.
• Coordinates ordering of external meal purchases with meal plans.

Skills

Nutrition education

Client guidance

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in Dietetic Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Our vision is a world of peaceful relationships with food, weight, and body image, where everyone with an eating disorder can experience recovery. We believe that exceptional, individualized care leads to lasting recovery from eating disorders. That’s why our teams are comprised of compassionate, dedicated professionals from a variety of backgrounds who collaborate to provide the very best evidence-based care for our clients at all levels of care.

Position Overview

As a dietetic Technician, you will work closely with adults and adolescent clients, their families, and staff (registered dietitians, therapists, food service, and BHTs) to provide guidance and education on nutrition and support on nutritional needs.

Schedule

• Full Time (1.0 FTE) - 40 hours per week
• Monday-Friday (No weekends)

Location

• In Person
• 41 Perimeter Center East, Dunwoody, GA 30346

Learn more about our Atlanta Eating Disorder Treatment Center here

Compensation Disclosure

• Starting hourly range between $18-25

Final Compensation offered will be within pay range based on qualifications/experience met for the position

How Dietetic Technicians Empower Recovery

• Participates in meals and snacks with clients/residents and their families
• Assists the dietitian in completing a variety of clinical tasks such as daily weight tracking, case management (not preparation), group preparation, and meal planning
• Assists with the creation and delivery of nutrition education materials per nutrition department and agency guidelines
• Coordinates the day-to-day ordering of external meal purchases with the assigned meal plans in partnership with registered dietitian(s)
• Receives orders and keeps food storage areas clean, maintains kitchen cleanliness and organization

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Dietetic Technology or a Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics (without the internship) is required
• One year of clinical or public health experience preferred
• Previous eating disorder experience is preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be authorized to drive
• ServSafe Certification preferred

What We Offer

Employee Benefits:

• HSA and PPO insurance with HSA or FSA options (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
• Dental insurance (Delta Dental)
• Vision insurance (EyeMed)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) plan available two months after start date
• Company 401(k) matching for up to 50% of your contribution, up to 6% of your compensation

Paid time off is a crucial part of maintaining work and life balance. Our generous PTO plan accrues annually and begins with your first whole pay period. Eligible employees enjoy seven paid holidays and one floating holiday in addition to their regular PTO.