Nutritionist/Dietitian (Part-Time)

Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc.; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 38,820 - 42,705; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc. is seeking a part-time Dietitian/Nutritionist to join our team in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. This role focuses on nutrition education and counseling, with responsibilities including assessments, training, and content development for community engagement.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or related field and a Massachusetts LDN license. Benefits include flexible scheduling, health insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of community nutrition experience for Bachelor's degree holders.
• At least 2 years of community nutrition experience for Associate degree holders.
• Massachusetts Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments and provide counseling via home visits or telehealth.
• Deliver nutrition education to community members and staff at local venues.
• Develop and submit lesson plans and evaluation tools.
• Support menu planning for high nutritional standards.

Skills

Strong communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal)

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Excellent organization and attention to detail

Familiarity with quality improvement practices

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, public health nutrition, or related field

Associate degree in nutrition or related field

Job description

Dietitian / Nutritionist (Part‑Time – 20 hours/week)

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 passionate about nutrition and enjoys educating others through counseling, presentations, and writing.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments and provide counseling via home visits, telehealth (video), and 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 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.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, public health nutrition, or related field with at least 1 year of community nutrition experience; OR associate degree in nutrition or related field with at least 2 years of community nutrition experience.
• Licensure: Massachusetts Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) – required; Registered Dietitian (RD) – preferred.
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal).
• Commitment to working with older adults and understanding aging‑related needs.
• Ability to work 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.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Details

Job Type: Part‑time

Pay: $28.18 – $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Work location: In person

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status under federal or Massachusetts law.