Dietitian/Nutritionist

Eatrightma; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused healthcare organization in Massachusetts is seeking a Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist to provide nutrition services and education to older adults. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a commitment to helping the aging population, and a minimum of two years of community nutrition experience. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, providing counseling, and supporting menu planning to uphold nutritional standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of community nutrition experience.
• Massachusetts Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) required.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) preferred.
• RD preferred when available.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments and provide counseling.
• Provide nutrition education to community members.
• Support menu planning to ensure high nutritional standards.
• Develop lesson plans, handouts, and evaluation tools.
• Contribute articles to the Berkshire Senior newspaper.
• Lead trainings for staff and volunteers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Commitment to older adults

Ability to work independently

Excellent organization

Self-motivated

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in nutrition or related field

Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or related field

Registered Dietitian (RD) preferred

Job description

Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc.

Dependent on finding the right candidate

Position Description

We are seeking a Massachusetts Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) to join our team in a dynamic, community-focused role. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about nutrition and enjoys educating others through counseling, presentations, and writing.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will provide nutrition services to older adults and the broader Berkshire community through a mix of direct care, education, and program support.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments and provide counseling through home visits
• Provide counseling via telehealth (video)
• Provide counseling via phone consultations
• Deliver nutrition education to community members and staff at local venues
• Develop and submit lesson plans, handouts, and evaluation tools
• Contribute articles to the Berkshire Senior newspaper
• Serve as the agency’s primary resource on nutrition-related topics
• Support menu planning to ensure high nutritional standards are met
• Perform nutrient analysis and maintain accurate, timely reports
• Conduct site visits/inspections for program compliance
• Lead ongoing trainings for staff and volunteers

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in nutrition or related field and at least 2 years of community nutrition experience.

Licensure

• Required: Massachusetts Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN)

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, public health nutrition, or a related field and at least 1 year of community nutrition experience
• OR
• Associate degree in nutrition or related field and at least 2 years of community nutrition experience
• Required: Massachusetts Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN)
• Preferred: Registered Dietitian (RD)

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal)
• Commitment to working with older adults and understanding aging-related needs
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Self‑motivated with strong initiative and leadership skills
• Experience with team collaboration and relationship‑building
• Familiarity with quality improvement practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems