Dietetic Technician (Part-time)

The Emily Program; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Matching

Job summary

The Emily Program in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Dietetic Technician to join our treatment team. You will support clients in eating-disorder programs, assisting with therapeutic meals, nutrition education, and coordination with Registered Dietitians across PHP, IOP, RTC, and IP settings.

This role offers part-time hours (16 per week) with Thursday shifts and alternating weekends, and a starting hourly wage of $20–$24, with final compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or nutrition science from ACEND-accredited program.
• Alternative: ACEND-accredited DT/NDTR pathway or enrolled in DPD with foundational coursework.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Therapeutic Supported Meals/Snacks with clients.
• Facilitate nutrition groups in line with curriculum and RD support.
• Follow regulatory and organizational policies; maintain PHI confidentiality.
• Attend meetings and supervision with RD; complete mandatory training.
• Drive clients, staff, and supplies as needed; support across care levels.

Skills

Flexibility

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

ACEND-accredited DPD/DT program

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Nutrition/Dietetics

Job description

3012 West 44th Street Minneapolis, MN 55410

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:

The Dietetic Technician (DT) plays a vital role as a member of the treatment team, by supporting clients engaged in eating disorder treatment programs. Responsibilities vary by site; at some locations, DTs balance foodservice duties with providing nutrition education to clients, alongside clinical support for registered dietitians. The Dietetic Technician may work across various levels of care and programs (e.g., PHP, IOP, RTC, IP), in both in-person and virtual settings, and may provide coverage at other sites as needed. Flexibility, collaboration, and adaptability are essential qualities for success in this role.

Schedule:

• Part‑time, 16 hours/week
• Working on Thursdays from 10:00 -6:30pm and every other weekend (Saturday from 10:00-6:30pm & Sunday from 6:30am-3:00pm)

Compensation Disclosure

• Diet Tech: Starting hourly range between $20.00-24.00

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

Core Responsibilities (All Sites)

• Facilitate assigned Therapeutic Supported Meals/Snacks (TSMs) by eating with clients, modeling normalized eating, and supporting use of therapeutic skills and recovery-focused behaviors.
• Facilitate nutrition experiential, culinary skills, and Food Discovery groups in alignment with the Clinical Operating Manual and standardized curriculum, as assigned.
• Follow all regulatory and organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of former and current clients’ protected health information (PHI), as directed by state and federal law, and organizational policy.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, including trade secrets, sensitive company information, and other non-public company information.
• Attend and actively participate in assigned meetings, including regular administrative and clinical supervision with a Registered Dietitian (RD), and request additional supervision as needed
• Complete all assigned mandatory training.
• Drive clients, staff, and supplies in the company vehicle as needed.
• Provide support across multiple levels of care and treatment programs, based on site and/or regional needs and scheduling.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Foodservice and Nutrition Support Responsibilities (Site-Dependent)

• Manage food, beverage, and supplement inventory, including ordering, receiving, and storage in alignment with approved cycle menus and clients’ dietary needs.
• Assemble and portion meals and snacks, including reheating ready-to-eat items, ensuring proper labeling according to menu, policies, regulations, allergens, and portions.
• Interpret and implement nutrition orders and prescriptions, including therapeutic diets, meal replacements, and individual meal plans.
• Support the Registered Dietitian with clinical tasks including data tracking, group preparation, client orientations, growth record requests, tray/meal ticket review/writing, weight collection, individual client portion education, and menu planning.
• Coordinate with culinary staff to ensure dietary needs are understood; recipes/menus meet nutrition order standards and provide support for recipe adjustments as needed.
• Coordinate with external catering agencies and restaurants to place orders and ensure client nutrition requirements are met.
• Set up meals and snacks for clients and programs, assist with menu updates and supporting meal plating and service.
• Conduct kitchen audits, maintain cleanliness, and ensure organization of kitchen and dining areas.
• Maintain required food safety documentation, including temperature logs.

Education Qualifications:

• Preferred:
• A bachelor’s or master's degree in nutrition, Dietetics, or Nutrition Science from an ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD), OR
• An associate degree from an ACEND-accredited Dietetic Technician Program (DT/NDTR pathway).
• Also considered:
• Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in another field (e.g., Psychology, Public Health, Biology) who are currently enrolled in an ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) and have successfully completed the following ACEND-aligned foundational coursework:
• Introduction to Human Nutrition
• Food Science or Food Systems
• General Biology (Anatomy & Physiology or General Biology)
• Medical Nutrition Therapy I (or an introductory clinical nutrition course)
• Nutrition Counseling, Health Communication, or Group Education
• Completion of a Dietetic Internship or NDTR credential is notrequired.

Professional Qualifications:

• One year of experience working in a clinical, public health, or healthcare foodservice role is preferred.
• Previuseating disorder experience is preferred.

Other Qualifications:

• Employees at Residential or Inpatient sites must have a valid driver’s license and be authorized to drive.
• Employees at Residential or Inpatient sites are required to have a current Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
• Employees at Residential or Inpatient sites are required to have a current First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
• Employees at Residential or Inpatient sites in North Carolina or Georgia are required to have a current CPI certification within 30 days of hire.
• Employees at sites in Washington are required to have a Washington State Department of Health Food Handler permit within 30 days of hire.
• Employees at all non-Washington sites must obtain a Food Handler certification from an ANSI-ANAB accredited organization (e.g., ServSafe, NRFSP, 360training) within 14 days of hire. Employees who already hold a Food Protection Manager certification from an ANSI-ANAB accredited organization meet this requirement.

What we offer:

Employee Benefits:

We understand the importance of a well-rounded benefits package. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing a range of plans to meet your needs.

For full-time employees, we offer:

• 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 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.

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.

As set forth in The Emily Program’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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