Dietitian/Nutritionist 3 -Columbus

State of Georgia; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Georgia is seeking a Dietitian/Nutritionist to lead nutritional programs, conduct assessments, and provide education to enhance health and prevent disease. This role involves collaboration with healthcare professionals and managing food service operations. The position offers competitive benefits and requires a valid Georgia license.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Sick Leave

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a dietitian/nutritionist required.
• Registration with the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics needed.
• Licensure in Georgia is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs.
• Provide nutritional assessment, education, and counseling.
• Develop and standardize recipes and menus.

Skills

Nutritional Assessment

Counseling

Education

Education

Bachelor's degree in dietetics

Bachelor's degree in human nutrition

Job description

Job Description: Dietitian/Nutritionist

Under broad supervision, plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to promote health and control disease.

Provide nutritional assessment, education, and counseling to individuals, groups, or the public. Serve as a resource on nutrition and dietetics to healthcare professionals, including nurses and health educators. Recommend nutritional care plans, document progress, and serve as a team leader. Advise clients and families on nutritional principles, dietary plans, modifications, and food choices. Assess nutritional needs, restrictions, and health plans to develop and implement dietary care and counseling.

Consult with physicians and healthcare staff to determine nutritional needs and restrictions. Develop and standardize recipes, create new menus for food service operations, and counsel on healthy eating habits and nutrition monitoring to improve quality of life.

Develop educational curricula, manuals, visual aids, and course outlines. Establish policies for food service or nutritional programs to support health promotion and disease prevention.

Inspect meals for compliance with prescribed diets and standards of palatability and appearance. Monitor food service operations for adherence to nutritional, safety, sanitation, and quality standards. Manage budgets for food, equipment, and supplies. Serve as an expert resource and project or team leader.

Perform responsibilities with minimal supervision.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary and benefits, the GA Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities participates in the Total Rewards initiative, enhancing work environment and job satisfaction. Benefits include health and dental insurance, retirement plans, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. More info at https://dbhdd.georgia.gov/benefits.

Employment Requirements

Positions may require evaluations, vaccinations, licensure, and certifications to ensure safety and compliance. Licenses must be current and valid in Georgia.

Required evaluations and vaccinations may include:

• Drug Screening
• TB Evaluation
• Annual Influenza (with exemptions for medical or religious reasons)

Equal Opportunity Employer

DBHDD provides equal employment opportunity regardless of age, race, gender, disability, and other protected characteristics. Due to application volume, status updates are not provided by phone or email. Qualified applicants will be considered, and selected candidates will be contacted.

Note: The position may close at any time once a suitable applicant pool is identified. A national and state background check is required for employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, or related fields from an accredited program, plus one year of experience as a dietitian/nutritionist, registration with the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, and licensure in Georgia. Alternatively, a bachelor's degree plus verification of completion of an accredited didactic program and three years of relevant experience, or two years at a lower level position, are acceptable.

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: HEA0A2G
• Number of Openings: 1
• Shift: Day Job
• Posting End Date: Aug 1, 2025