Dietetic Technician

The Emily Program; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health care seeks a compassionate Dietetic Technician to empower recovery through nutrition. This role involves working closely with clients and their families, providing essential guidance and education on nutritional needs. The ideal candidate will collaborate with a dedicated team, assisting in clinical tasks and meal planning while ensuring the delivery of high-quality care. Join a supportive environment that values individualized care and offers comprehensive employee benefits, including health insurance and retirement matching. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of those with eating disorders, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

HSA and PPO insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Floating holiday

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate’s degree in Dietetic Technology or a Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics.
• One year of clinical or public health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in meals and snacks with clients to provide nutrition support.
• Assists the dietitian with clinical tasks and meal planning.

Skills

Nutrition Education

Clinical Experience

Public Health Experience

Meal Planning

ServSafe Certification

Education

Associate’s degree in Dietetic Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics

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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

Dietetic Technicians 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

• Work hours M-F between 8a-4p

How Dietetic Technicians Empower Recovery

• Participates in meals and snacks with clients/residents and their families
• Assists the dietitian in completing 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, maintains kitchen cleanliness, and organizes food storage areas

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: We offer a range of plans to meet your needs, including:

• HSA and PPO insurance with HSA or FSA options (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
• Vision insurance (EyeMed)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company 401(k) matching up to 50% of your contribution, up to 6% of your compensation

Our PTO plan accrues annually and begins with your first pay period. Eligible employees enjoy seven paid holidays and one floating holiday in addition to their PTO.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Mental Health Care